1977 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1995 Opel Omega
To start off, 1995 Opel Omega 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 Opel Omega (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 395 kg more than 1995 Opel Omega.
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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Omega. 1977 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 1995 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1995 Opel Omega 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 | 1995 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Cordoba | Omega |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5199 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2740 mm |
