1958 AC Ace vs. 1992 Volvo 480
To start off, 1992 Volvo 480 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 480 weights approximately 112 kg more than 1958 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, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 480. (140 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1992 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Ace | 480 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 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 | 140 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
