1979 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chrysler Cordoba (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 615 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Chrysler Cordoba (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Cordoba | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Cordoba | 626 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2620 mm |
