1977 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 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 Peugeot 406 (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 345 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 406.
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 Peugeot 406, 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Cordoba | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
| Model | Cordoba | 406 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5199 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2660 mm |
