1957 AC Aceca vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC90 is newer by 48 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 2,917 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC90 (268 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1957 AC Aceca. (125 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1124 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 2005 Volvo XC90 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, 2005 Volvo XC90 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, 2005 Volvo XC90 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Aceca | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Aceca | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |
