1998 AC Cobra vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1998 AC Cobra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Celica 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 164 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Celica. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 494 kg more than 1998 AC Cobra.
Because 1989 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica 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, 1998 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Celica. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1998 AC Cobra | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Cobra | Celica |
Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |