2004 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1965 AC Cobra
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (194 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 630 kg more than 1965 AC Cobra.
Because 2004 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 1965 AC Cobra (426 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (280 Nm). This means 1965 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Tacoma | 1965 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Toyota | AC |
| Model | Tacoma | Cobra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3376 cc | 4737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
