2001 AC Aceca vs. 1990 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 AC Aceca is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1990 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 AC Aceca weights approximately 360 kg more than 1990 Ford Mustang. 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 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2001 AC Aceca | 1990 Ford Mustang | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Aceca | Mustang |
Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2560 mm |