2002 AC Cobra vs. 2002 Proton Perdana
To start off, both 2002 AC Cobra and 2002 Proton Perdana were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2002 Proton Perdana. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Proton Perdana weights approximately 185 kg more than 2002 AC Cobra.
Because 2002 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 2002 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Proton Perdana, 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, 2002 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2002 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Cobra | 2002 Proton Perdana | |
Make | AC | Proton |
Model | Cobra | Perdana |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2640 mm |