1962 AC Cobra vs. 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 626 kg more than 1962 AC Cobra.
Because 1962 AC Cobra 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 1962 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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, 1962 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Cobra | 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Cobra | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3040 mm |
