1997 AC Cobra vs. 1989 Volvo 760
To start off, 1997 AC Cobra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 760. (163 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 760 weights approximately 436 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 760. (263 Nm @ 3450 RPM). This means 1997 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 AC Cobra | 1989 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Cobra | 760 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2314 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2780 mm |
