1964 AC Cobra vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 26 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 197 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 AC Cobra weights approximately 30 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Cobra | 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cobra | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4737 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2390 mm |
