1996 AC Cobra vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 AC Cobra 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 318 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 AC Cobra weights approximately 236 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Life 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, 2002 Honda Life 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 522 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1996 AC Cobra | 2002 Honda Life | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | Cobra | Life |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |