1978 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 33 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, 2011 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 545 kg more than 2011 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2011 Porsche Boxster (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chrysler Cordoba | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
Model | Cordoba | Boxster |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5201 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2416 mm |