2005 AC Cobra vs. 1995 Volvo 960
To start off, 2005 AC Cobra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 960 weights approximately 438 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2005 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
2005 AC Cobra | 1995 Volvo 960 | |
Make | AC | Volvo |
Model | Cobra | 960 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2780 mm |