1999 AC Cobra vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Corona weights approximately 31 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Cobra | Corona |
Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1858 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |