1977 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1988 Morgan 4
To start off, 1988 Morgan 4 is newer by 11 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 37 more horse power than 1988 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1988 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 995 kg more than 1988 Morgan 4. 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Morgan 4. 1977 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 1988 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1988 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chrysler Cordoba | 1988 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Chrysler | Morgan |
Model | Cordoba | 4 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5199 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2450 mm |