1998 AC Cobra vs. 1990 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1998 AC Cobra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Santana 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 272 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Santana weights approximately 44 kg more than 1998 AC Cobra.
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, 1990 Nissan Santana, 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 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Santana. 1990 Nissan Santana has automatic transmission and 1998 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1998 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Nissan Santana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 AC Cobra | 1990 Nissan Santana | |
Make | AC | Nissan |
Model | Cobra | Santana |
Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2560 mm |