2000 AC Cobra vs. 1996 Honda CRX
To start off, 2000 AC Cobra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CRX 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 @ 6500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1996 Honda CRX. (131 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Cobra weights approximately 10 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Honda CRX, 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 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Cobra | 1996 Honda CRX | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Cobra | CRX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2380 mm |
