1998 AC Cobra vs. 1998 Lada Samara II
To start off, both 1998 AC Cobra and 1998 Lada Samara II were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 298 more horse power than 1998 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 AC Cobra weights approximately 56 kg more than 1998 Lada Samara II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Lada Samara II, 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 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
1998 AC Cobra | 1998 Lada Samara II | |
Make | AC | Lada |
Model | Cobra | Samara II |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2470 mm |