1959 AC Aceca vs. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Aceca would be higher. At 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1959 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1436 kg more than 1959 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Aceca | 1983 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aceca | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 7445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3300 mm |
