2000 AC Aceca vs. 1981 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (301 HP) has 244 more horse power than 1981 Ford Taunus. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 490 kg more than 1981 Ford Taunus. 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, 2000 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Taunus. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Aceca | 1981 Ford Taunus | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Aceca | Taunus |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 57 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |