1985 AC Cobra vs. 1987 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1987 Nissan Vanette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 AC Cobra 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) has 163 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 380 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
1985 AC Cobra | 1987 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | AC | Nissan |
Model | Cobra | Vanette |
Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
Body Type | Roadster | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2080 mm |