1985 AC Cobra vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 28 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 AC Cobra. (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1985 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 428 kg more than 1985 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cobra | Golf |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
