2003 AC Cobra vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Cobra (350 HP) has 290 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 AC Cobra weights approximately 216 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Cobra | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Cobra | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2380 mm |
