1997 AC Cobra vs. 1994 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1997 AC Cobra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Celica 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 196 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Celica. (169 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Celica weights approximately 271 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 Toyota Celica, 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 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Celica. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 AC Cobra | 1994 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Cobra | Celica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 59 L |
