1985 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 20 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 166 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 308 kg more than 1985 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 AC Cobra (522 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Cobra | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
