1985 AC Cobra vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 11 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 200 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1985 AC Cobra.
Because 1985 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | AC | Rover |
| Model | Cobra | 200 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2510 mm |
