1997 AC Cobra vs. 1998 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1998 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 AC Cobra 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 247 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 504 kg more than 1997 AC Cobra.
Because 1998 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 AC Cobra | 1998 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Cobra | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2850 mm |
