1985 AC Cobra vs. 2001 Toyota Will
To start off, 2001 Toyota Will is newer by 16 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 96 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Will. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Will. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Will weights approximately 380 kg more than 1985 AC Cobra.
Because 2001 Toyota Will 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, 2001 Toyota Will 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 (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Will. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Will. 2001 Toyota Will has automatic transmission and 1985 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1985 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Will will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 2001 Toyota Will | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Cobra | Will |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
