1997 AC Cobra vs. 2000 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 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 168 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1304 kg more than 1997 AC Cobra.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Express. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Express. 2000 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1997 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1997 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 AC Cobra | 2000 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cobra | Express |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3440 mm |
