1997 AC Cobra vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 10 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 254 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 454 kg more than 1997 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 AC Cobra | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Cobra | Clio |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
