1976 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 11 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 29 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 765 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Chrysler Cordoba (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra. 1976 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 1987 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1987 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Cordoba | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Cordoba | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2620 mm |
