1977 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1995 Infiniti J30
To start off, 1995 Infiniti J30 is newer by 18 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, 1995 Infiniti J30 (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 220 kg more than 1995 Infiniti J30.
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, 1995 Infiniti J30, 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Infiniti J30. (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Cordoba | 1995 Infiniti J30 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Infiniti |
| Model | Cordoba | J30 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5199 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2770 mm |
