1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1976 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 1992 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 16 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, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 180 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. 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, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Roadmaster | 1976 Chrysler Cordoba | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Roadmaster | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 5201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2930 mm |