2001 AC Cobra vs. 2008 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 AC Cobra would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 850 kg more than 2001 AC Cobra.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 AC Cobra | 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cobra | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3010 mm |
