1961 AC Cobra vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 175 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 AC Cobra (365 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Cobra | Escort |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
