1995 Acura Legend vs. 1977 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 5,199 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba.
Because 1977 Chrysler Cordoba is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Chrysler Cordoba (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 1977 Chrysler Cordoba | |
Make | Acura | Chrysler |
Model | Legend | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1995 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 5199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2930 mm |