1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick LeSabre (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 180 kg more than 1977 Buick LeSabre.
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, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick LeSabre | 1978 Chrysler Cordoba | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | LeSabre | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1977 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 5201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2930 mm |