1998 AC Cobra vs. 1984 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1998 AC Cobra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 AC Cobra weights approximately 166 kg more than 1984 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1998 AC Cobra | 1984 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | AC | Nissan |
Model | Cobra | Sunny |
Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |