1954 AC Aceca vs. 1982 Renault 11

To start off, 1982 Renault 11 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 AC Aceca (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 11 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1954 AC Aceca.

Because 1954 AC Aceca 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 1954 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Renault 11, 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, 1954 AC Aceca (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 11. (136 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1954 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 11.

Compare all specifications:

1954 AC Aceca 1982 Renault 11
Make AC Renault
Model Aceca 11
Year Released 1954 1982
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 1721 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 91 HP 80 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 149 Nm 136 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 65 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100 mm 83.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 10.0:1
Top Speed 164 km/hour 164 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 895 kg
Vehicle Length 4070 mm 3990 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 34 L


 

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