1978 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1996 Saturn SC
To start off, 1996 Saturn SC 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 32 more horse power than 1996 Saturn SC. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1996 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 775 kg more than 1996 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Saturn SC, 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, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Cordoba | 1996 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Chrysler | Saturn |
| Model | Cordoba | SC |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2610 mm |
