1999 AC Cobra vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 14 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 43 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Venza. (179 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 765 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra.
Because 2013 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Venza. (247 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Venza. 2013 Toyota Venza 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. 2013 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Cobra | Venza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |
