1963 AC Cobra vs. 2004 Holden Rodeo
To start off, 2004 Holden Rodeo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Cobra (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2004 Holden Rodeo. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Rodeo.
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, 1963 AC Cobra (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Rodeo. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 2004 Holden Rodeo | |
Make | AC | Holden |
Model | Cobra | Rodeo |
Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3060 mm |