1999 AC Aceca vs. 1983 Volvo 740
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (322 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 740. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 238 kg more than 1983 Volvo 740. 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 (532 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 740. (190 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 1983 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Aceca | 740 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 532 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3300 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 | 1510 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
