1965 AC Aceca vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue is newer by 44 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 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 54 more horse power than 1965 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1965 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Vue weights approximately 944 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 2009 Saturn Vue 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, 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC Aceca | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | AC | Saturn |
| Model | Aceca | Vue |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 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 | 791 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 | 54 L | 64 L |
