1999 AC Cobra vs. 2001 Honda Life
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Cobra 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 175 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Cobra weights approximately 235 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 464 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life. 2001 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1999 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1999 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 2001 Honda Life | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | Cobra | Life |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 58 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2370 mm |