1977 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2008 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2008 Mazda Tribute is newer by 31 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, 2008 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 167 kg more than 2008 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2008 Mazda Tribute 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, 2008 Mazda Tribute 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Cordoba | 2008 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Cordoba | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5199 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2630 mm |
