1999 AC Aceca vs. 1984 Dodge 600
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1984 Dodge 600. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 275 kg more than 1984 Dodge 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Dodge 600, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge 600. (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 1984 Dodge 600 | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Aceca | 600 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |
