1996 AC Cobra vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1996 AC Cobra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 195 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 539 kg more than 1996 AC Cobra.
Because 1996 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado 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. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 AC Cobra | 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | AC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Cobra | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2750 mm |
