1985 AC Cobra vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 12 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 1997 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 80 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, 1997 Toyota Corolla, 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1985 AC Cobra | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Cobra | Corolla |
Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |