1985 AC Cobra vs. 1976 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1985 AC Cobra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 AC Cobra (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1976 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Maverick weights approximately 180 kg more than 1985 AC Cobra.
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, 1985 AC Cobra (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Maverick. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 1976 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Cobra | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2800 mm |
