1985 AC Cobra vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1985 AC Cobra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica 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 (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 5 kg more than 1985 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 AC Cobra (522 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Cobra | Celica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2640 mm |
