1998 AC Cobra vs. 2009 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 11 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 118 more horse power than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 1017 kg more than 1998 AC Cobra.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. 2009 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1998 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1998 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 AC Cobra | 2009 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | Cobra | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 42 L |