1977 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 12 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 330 kg more than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chrysler Cordoba | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cordoba | 300 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5199 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 88.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 80.3 mm |
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 | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2810 mm |