2000 AC Cobra vs. 1984 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2000 AC Cobra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Cobra (350 HP) has 283 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Carina. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Carina weights approximately 180 kg more than 2000 AC Cobra.
Because 2000 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 2000 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Carina, 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, 2000 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Carina. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Cobra | 1984 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Cobra | Carina |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2520 mm |
