1977 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 25 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 390 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 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. (306 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chrysler Cordoba | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | Cordoba | Touareg |
Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5199 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 95.9 mm |
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 | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2860 mm |