2000 AC Aceca vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 850 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 76 more horse power than 1993 Volvo 850. (225 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 60 kg more than 1993 Volvo 850. 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, 1993 Volvo 850, 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 850. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Aceca | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Aceca | 850 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 73 L |
