2000 AC Cobra vs. 1996 Volvo V70
To start off, 2000 AC Cobra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo V70 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 157 more horse power than 1996 Volvo V70. (193 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V70 weights approximately 344 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, 1996 Volvo V70, 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V70. (275 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Cobra | 1996 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Cobra | V70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2670 mm |
