1977 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1987 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 10 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 82 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Chrysler Cordoba is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Cordoba | 1987 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chrysler | Daihatsu |
| Model | Cordoba | Charade |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5199 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2340 mm |
