1954 AC Aceca vs. 1984 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1984 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 30 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 2,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1954 AC Aceca. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1954 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 990 kg more than 1954 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercedes-Benz G (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 AC Aceca. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 AC Aceca | 1984 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aceca | G |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
