2000 AC Cobra vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 2000 AC Cobra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord 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 1998 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 415 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, 1998 Honda Accord, 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Cobra | 1998 Honda Accord | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | Cobra | Accord |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |