1962 AC Aceca vs. 1998 Dodge Durango
To start off, 1998 Dodge Durango is newer by 36 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1141 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.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Aceca | 1998 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Aceca | Durango |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2950 mm |
