1997 AC Cobra vs. 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle

To start off, both 1997 AC Cobra and 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 257 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 614 kg more than 1997 AC Cobra.

Let's talk about torque, 1997 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle. (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle.

Compare all specifications:

1997 AC Cobra 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle
Make AC Volkswagen
Model Cobra Caravelle
Year Released 1997 1997
Engine Size 4942 cc 2461 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 365 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 579 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1026 kg 1640 kg


 

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