1965 AC Aceca vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Aceca would be higher. At 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1965 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1965 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1644 kg more than 1965 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC Aceca | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | AC | GMC |
| Model | Aceca | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 5358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 95 L |
