1956 AC Ace vs. 1980 Volvo 240
To start off, 1980 Volvo 240 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 240 (152 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 240 weights approximately 546 kg more than 1956 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Volvo 240 (240 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1980 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1980 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Ace | 240 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
