1998 AC Cobra vs. 1997 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1998 AC Cobra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Explorer 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 204 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 874 kg more than 1998 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 AC Cobra | 1997 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Cobra | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2840 mm |
