1999 AC Cobra vs. 1996 Tata E220
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Tata E220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Tata E220 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 74 more horse power than 1996 Tata E220. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1996 Tata E220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Tata E220 weights approximately 345 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 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Tata E220. (210 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Tata E220.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 1996 Tata E220 | |
Make | AC | Tata |
Model | Cobra | E220 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 210 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2810 mm |