1977 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1998 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1998 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 21 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, 1998 Isuzu Trooper (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 160 kg more than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Isuzu Trooper will offer significantly more control. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Isuzu Trooper. (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Cordoba | 1998 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Chrysler | Isuzu |
| Model | Cordoba | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5199 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2340 mm |
