1964 AC Aceca vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 1988 Volvo 480 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 480 weights approximately 106 kg more than 1964 AC Aceca.
Because 1964 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 1964 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480, 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, 1964 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1964 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
1964 AC Aceca | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
Make | AC | Volvo |
Model | Aceca | 480 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |