1962 AC Aceca vs. 1988 Honda Accord
To start off, 1988 Honda Accord is newer by 26 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Aceca (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Accord weights approximately 221 kg more than 1962 AC Aceca.
Because 1962 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 1962 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Accord, 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, 1962 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1962 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 1988 Honda Accord | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | Aceca | Accord |
Year Released | 1962 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |