1953 AC Ace vs. 1991 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1991 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Plymouth Voyager (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 643 kg more than 1953 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 AC Ace 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 1953 AC Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Voyager, 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, 1991 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 1991 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | AC | Plymouth |
| Model | Ace | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |
