1949 AC 2-Litre vs. 1984 Pontiac Phoenix
To start off, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix should accelerate faster than 1949 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 220 kg more than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix.
Because 1949 AC 2-Litre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 AC 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix (181 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 AC 2-Litre. 1984 Pontiac Phoenix has automatic transmission and 1949 AC 2-Litre has manual transmission. 1949 AC 2-Litre will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Pontiac Phoenix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1949 AC 2-Litre | 1984 Pontiac Phoenix | |
Make | AC | Pontiac |
Model | 2-Litre | Phoenix |
Year Released | 1949 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2670 mm |