1997 AC Cobra vs. 1994 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1997 AC Cobra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Spirit 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 265 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Spirit. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 234 kg more than 1997 AC Cobra.
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, 1994 Dodge Spirit, 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 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Spirit. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 AC Cobra | 1994 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Cobra | Spirit |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2630 mm |
