1953 AC Ace vs. 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 49 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1498 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.
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, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1953 AC Ace | 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | Ace | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4807 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 2260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2950 mm |