1966 AC Cobra vs. 1986 Volvo 245
To start off, 1986 Volvo 245 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1986 Volvo 245. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1986 Volvo 245.
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, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 1986 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Cobra | 245 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
