1978 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1996 Opel Calibra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler Cordoba 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 18 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 630 kg more than 1996 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chrysler Cordoba | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Chrysler | Opel |
Model | Cordoba | Calibra |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5201 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2610 mm |