1965 AC Aceca vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 48 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1965 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1965 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 1038 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 2013 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, 2013 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
Make | AC | Volvo |
Model | Aceca | S80 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1829 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1861 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1493 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2835 mm |