1999 AC Aceca vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra is newer by 14 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 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 218 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 316 kg more than 2013 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2013 Nissan Sentra, 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Aceca | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1496 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
