1998 AC Cobra vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1998 AC Cobra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Alpine 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 183 more horse power than 1990 Renault Alpine. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Alpine weights approximately 184 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Alpine. (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1998 AC Cobra | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
Make | AC | Renault |
Model | Cobra | Alpine |
Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |