1985 AC Cobra vs. 2012 Holden Colorado
To start off, 2012 Holden Colorado is newer by 27 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) has 110 more horse power than 2012 Holden Colorado. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2012 Holden Colorado.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Holden Colorado. (313 Nm). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Holden Colorado. 2012 Holden Colorado has automatic transmission and 1985 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1985 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Holden Colorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 2012 Holden Colorado | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | Cobra | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
