2000 AC Aceca vs. 1992 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1992 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 45 kg more than 1992 Holden Statesman. 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 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Aceca | 1992 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | Aceca | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2830 mm |
