1965 AC Aceca vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 46 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 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S80 (217 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1965 AC Aceca. (168 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1965 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 968 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 2011 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80 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, 2011 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC Aceca | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Aceca | S80 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 67 L |
