1999 AC Cobra vs. 1994 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Scorpio 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 257 more horse power than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 230 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 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 1994 Ford Scorpio | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Cobra | Scorpio |
Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |