2003 AC Cobra vs. 1982 Volvo 260
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 260 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 @ 6500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 260. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volvo 260 weights approximately 308 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 260. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Cobra | 1982 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Cobra | 260 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2660 mm |
