1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 1976 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 1985 Buick Wildcat is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 500 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Buick Wildcat (551 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 1976 Chrysler Cordoba | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Wildcat | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 5201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2930 mm |
