1999 AC Cobra vs. 1996 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mondeo 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 276 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 195 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra.
Because 1999 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 1999 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mondeo, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 1996 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Cobra | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |