1966 AC Cobra vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Korando is newer by 37 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 292 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | AC | SsangYong |
| Model | Cobra | Korando |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
