1988 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 10 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 3 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 305 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 1988 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1988 Chevrolet Camaro 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:
| 1988 Chevrolet Camaro | 1978 Chrysler Cordoba | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Camaro | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 5201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2930 mm |
