1977 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 141 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.
Because 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. 1977 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Cordoba | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
| Model | Cordoba | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5199 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2700 mm |
