1998 AC Cobra vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 AC Cobra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina 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 258 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (107 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 119 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, 1996 Toyota Carina, 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 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1998 AC Cobra | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Cobra | Carina |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |