1999 AC Cobra vs. 1985 Volvo 740
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 740. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volvo 740 weights approximately 305 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 (522 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volvo 740. (240 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 1985 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Cobra | 740 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2780 mm |
