1985 AC Cobra vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 435 kg more than 1985 AC Cobra.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux 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 (522 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Cobra | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
