2000 AC Aceca vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 440 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 237 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 440. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 580 kg more than 1989 Volvo 440. 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, 1989 Volvo 440, 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 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 440. (143 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Aceca | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Aceca | 440 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
