1997 AC Cobra vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 1997 AC Cobra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic 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 215 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic.
Because 1997 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 1997 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic, 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, 1997 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1997 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 AC Cobra | 1990 Honda Civic | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | Cobra | Civic |
Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |