1998 AC Cobra vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 10 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 164 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (201 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1494 kg more than 1998 AC Cobra.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1998 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1998 AC Cobra | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Cobra | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 2520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 96 L |