1961 AC Aceca vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1961 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 912 kg more than 1961 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1961 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Aceca.

Compare all specifications:

1961 AC Aceca 1996 Plymouth Voyager
Make AC Plymouth
Model Aceca Voyager
Year Released 1961 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1971 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 125 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 894 kg 1806 kg
Vehicle Length 4070 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2880 mm


 

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