1958 AC Aceca vs. 1978 Volvo 240
To start off, 1978 Volvo 240 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 240. (104 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 240.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1958 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 240. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Aceca | 1978 Volvo 240 | |
Make | AC | Volvo |
Model | Aceca | 240 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |