2003 AC Cobra vs. 1997 Volvo V90
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo V90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo V90 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 172 more horse power than 1997 Volvo V90. (178 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo V90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo V90 weights approximately 553 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo V90. (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo V90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Cobra | 1997 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Cobra | V90 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
