1996 AC Cobra vs. 1981 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1996 AC Cobra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 AC Cobra weights approximately 330 kg more than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1996 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 AC Cobra | 1981 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | AC | Suzuki |
| Model | Cobra | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2040 mm |
