1978 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1977 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 355 kg more than 1977 Dodge Aspen. 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, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Cordoba | 1977 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Cordoba | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2760 mm |
