1959 AC Aceca vs. 2004 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2004 Volvo XC90 is newer by 45 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo XC90 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1959 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1144 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 2004 Volvo XC90 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, 2004 Volvo XC90 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, 2004 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Aceca. (167 Nm). This means 2004 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Aceca | 2004 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Aceca | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |
