1998 AC Cobra vs. 2002 Holden UTE
To start off, 2002 Holden UTE is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 AC Cobra 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 161 more horse power than 2002 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden UTE weights approximately 474 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 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden UTE. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
1998 AC Cobra | 2002 Holden UTE | |
Make | AC | Holden |
Model | Cobra | UTE |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2950 mm |