2002 AC Cobra vs. 1983 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2002 AC Cobra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1983 Ford Mustang. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Mustang weights approximately 218 kg more than 2002 AC Cobra.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Mustang. (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Cobra | 1983 Ford Mustang | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Cobra | Mustang |
Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2560 mm |