2000 AC Aceca vs. 1979 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 690 kg more than 1979 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude, 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, 2000 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Aceca | 1979 Honda Prelude | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | Aceca | Prelude |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |