2001 AC Aceca vs. 1980 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2001 AC Aceca is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1980 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 AC Aceca weights approximately 198 kg more than 1980 Opel Commodore. 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, 2001 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Commodore. (179 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2001 AC Aceca | 1980 Opel Commodore | |
Make | AC | Opel |
Model | Aceca | Commodore |
Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |