2001 AC Aceca vs. 1992 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 AC Aceca is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Civic 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 186 more horse power than 1992 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 AC Aceca weights approximately 530 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2001 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (150 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2001 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 AC Aceca | 1992 Honda Civic | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Aceca | Civic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
