1998 Mercury Villager vs. 1965 AC Cobra
To start off, 1998 Mercury Villager is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Villager weights approximately 790 kg more than 1965 AC Cobra.
Because 1965 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 1965 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Villager, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercury Villager | 1965 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Mercury | AC |
| Model | Villager | Cobra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 4737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2290 mm |
