2000 AC Aceca vs. 1990 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Spirit 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 194 kg more than 1990 Dodge Spirit. 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, 1990 Dodge Spirit, 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 (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Aceca | 1990 Dodge Spirit | |
Make | AC | Dodge |
Model | Aceca | Spirit |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |