1962 AC Cobra vs. 1993 Ford Escort
To start off, 1993 Ford Escort is newer by 31 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 186 more horse power than 1993 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Escort weights approximately 81 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, 1993 Ford Escort, 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Cobra | 1993 Ford Escort | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Cobra | Escort |
Year Released | 1962 | 1993 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 74.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |