1964 AC Cobra vs. 1982 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1982 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 AC Cobra weights approximately 35 kg more than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Cobra | 1982 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Cobra | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4737 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
