1977 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 35 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, 1977 Chrysler Cordoba (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 570 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Chrysler Cordoba is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Insight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chrysler Cordoba | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Chrysler | Honda |
Model | Cordoba | Insight |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5199 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2550 mm |