1977 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 33 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, 2010 Ford Escape (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 1083 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.
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, 2010 Ford Escape (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chrysler Cordoba | 2010 Ford Escape | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Cordoba | Escape |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5199 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2903 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3505 mm |