1976 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2002 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2002 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 26 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, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 85 kg more than 2002 Jaguar S-Type.
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, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Cordoba | 2002 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Cordoba | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 4193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3000 mm |
