1976 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 1979 Mazda 929 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Cordoba (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 750 kg more than 1979 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Chrysler Cordoba (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Cordoba | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Cordoba | 929 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2520 mm |
