1999 AC Aceca vs. 1996 Volvo S40
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo S40 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 257 more horse power than 1996 Volvo S40. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 380 kg more than 1996 Volvo S40. 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, 1996 Volvo S40, 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 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo S40. (177 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 1996 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Aceca | S40 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2560 mm |
