1977 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1977 Mazda RX-2
To start off, both 1977 Chrysler Cordoba and 1977 Mazda RX-2 were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,199 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler Cordoba (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1977 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 860 kg more than 1977 Mazda RX-2. 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, 1977 Chrysler Cordoba (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chrysler Cordoba | 1977 Mazda RX-2 | |
Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
Model | Cordoba | RX-2 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5199 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2480 mm |