1958 AC Ace vs. 2006 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 48 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Voyager (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 1026 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, 2006 Chrysler Voyager (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2006 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | AC | Chrysler |
| Model | Ace | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
