2000 AC Aceca vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic 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 196 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 584 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic. 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 Honda Civic, 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Aceca | 1990 Honda Civic | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | Aceca | Civic |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |