1999 AC Aceca vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Aceca 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 149 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. 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 (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (174 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Aceca | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1320 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
