1998 AC Cobra vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 6 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 283 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 244 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, 2004 Honda Civic, 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 427 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1998 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 AC Cobra | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | Cobra | Civic |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
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 | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |