1985 AC Cobra vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 19 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 20 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 757 kg more than 1985 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 AC Cobra (407 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford F-150. (343 Nm). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Cobra | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |
