1958 AC Ace vs. 1999 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1999 Dodge Caravan is newer by 41 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Caravan (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 910 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, 1999 Dodge Caravan (174 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1999 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Ace | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2880 mm |
