2003 AC Cobra vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 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 228 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 138 kg more than 2003 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Cobra | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Cobra | 25 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2730 mm |
