1997 AC Cobra vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 12 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 70 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 523 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 AC Cobra | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cobra | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
