1977 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 28 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (241 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 275 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chrysler Cordoba | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
Model | Cordoba | XJ |
Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5199 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3170 mm |