1999 AC Aceca vs. 1989 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1989 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 300 kg more than 1989 Holden 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Commodore. (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 1989 Holden Commodore | |
Make | AC | Holden |
Model | Aceca | Commodore |
Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2740 mm |