1976 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1991 Porsche 944
To start off, 1991 Porsche 944 is newer by 15 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, 1991 Porsche 944 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 420 kg more than 1991 Porsche 944.
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, 1991 Porsche 944 (337 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. 1976 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 1991 Porsche 944 has manual transmission. 1991 Porsche 944 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 | 1991 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
Model | Cordoba | 944 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5201 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 337 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2410 mm |