1964 AC Aceca vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue is newer by 45 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Vue (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1964 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1964 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Vue weights approximately 841 kg more than 1964 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Saturn Vue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue 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, 2009 Saturn Vue (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Aceca | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | AC | Saturn |
| Model | Aceca | Vue |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
