1996 AC Cobra vs. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1996 AC Cobra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 874 kg more than 1996 AC Cobra.
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, 1996 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1996 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1996 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 AC Cobra | 1984 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | Cobra | Caprice |
Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2950 mm |