1957 AC Aceca vs. 1982 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1957 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1336 kg more than 1957 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1982 Chevrolet Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Aceca | 1982 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aceca | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3300 mm |
