1985 AC Cobra vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 23 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 82 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 760 kg more than 1985 AC Cobra.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | AC | SsangYong |
| Model | Cobra | Korando |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
