1999 AC Aceca vs. 1972 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1972 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 440 kg more than 1972 Opel Commodore. 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 Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 1972 Opel Commodore | |
Make | AC | Opel |
Model | Aceca | Commodore |
Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |