1999 AC Cobra vs. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 11 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, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 AC Cobra. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 738 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour, 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 (522 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour. (344 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour 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. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Cobra | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1763 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
