1999 AC Aceca vs. 1999 Volvo S80
To start off, both 1999 AC Aceca and 1999 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 208 more horse power than 1999 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 150 kg more than 1999 Volvo S80. 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, 1999 Volvo S80, 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo S80. (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 1999 Volvo S80 | |
Make | AC | Volvo |
Model | Aceca | S80 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |