1985 AC Cobra vs. 1998 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1998 Nissan Patrol is newer by 13 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 (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Patrol. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1021 kg more than 1985 AC Cobra.
Because 1998 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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 (522 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Patrol. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 1998 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Cobra | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2196 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1810 mm |
