1977 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. 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 25 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 195 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chrysler Cordoba | 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Chrysler | Oldsmobile |
Model | Cordoba | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 1977 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5199 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2960 mm |