1954 AC Aceca vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 42 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (164 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1954 AC Aceca. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1954 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 1035 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 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, 1996 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 AC Aceca. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 AC Aceca. 1996 Plymouth Voyager has automatic transmission and 1954 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 1954 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Plymouth Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 AC Aceca | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | AC | Plymouth |
Model | Aceca | Voyager |
Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2880 mm |