1956 AC Ace vs. 1988 Volvo 440
To start off, 1988 Volvo 440 is newer by 32 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 440 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 440 weights approximately 126 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, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 440. (143 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1988 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Ace | 440 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
