1998 AC Cobra vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla 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 251 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 AC Cobra weights approximately 6 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla, 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 437 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1998 AC Cobra | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Cobra | Corolla |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |