1996 AC Cobra vs. 2004 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V is newer by 8 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 205 more horse power than 2004 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 452 kg more than 1996 AC Cobra.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V 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, 2004 Honda CR-V 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) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 1996 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 AC Cobra | 2004 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Cobra | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 58 L |
