1962 AC Aceca vs. 1978 Volvo 264
To start off, 1978 Volvo 264 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 264 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 264 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 264 should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 264 weights approximately 562 kg more than 1962 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1978 Volvo 264 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Volvo 264 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 1978 Volvo 264 | |
Make | AC | Volvo |
Model | Aceca | 264 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |