1977 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 36 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 207 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Cordoba | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Cordoba | S60 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5199 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2776 mm |
