1976 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2002 Tata Safari
To start off, 2002 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari (136 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Tata Safari weights approximately 220 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata Safari. 1976 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 2002 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2002 Tata Safari 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 | 2002 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Chrysler | Tata |
| Model | Cordoba | Safari |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2660 mm |
