1997 AC Cobra vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 16 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 99 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 869 kg more than 1997 AC Cobra.
Because 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1997 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander. 2013 Toyota Highlander 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. 2013 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 AC Cobra | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Cobra | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 73 L |
