1977 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 32 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Cordoba | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Cordoba | 911 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5199 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2360 mm |
