1985 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1776 kg more than 1985 AC Cobra.
Because 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Cobra | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 108 L |
