2000 AC Cobra vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2000 AC Cobra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante 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 112 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante. (238 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 650 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante, 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante. 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante has automatic transmission and 2000 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 2000 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Cobra | 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
Model | Cobra | Diamante |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2730 mm |