1999 AC Ace vs. 1979 Ford Escort
To start off, 1999 AC Ace is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Ace (351 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Ace weights approximately 115 kg more than 1979 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 AC Ace (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Ace | 1979 Ford Escort | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Ace | Escort |
Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 53 L |