1997 Cadillac Catera vs. 1977 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 1997 Cadillac Catera is newer by 20 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, 1997 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 115 kg more than 1997 Cadillac Catera.
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, 1977 Chrysler Cordoba (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Cadillac Catera | 1977 Chrysler Cordoba | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | Catera | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 5199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2930 mm |