2001 AC Aceca vs. 1996 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 AC Aceca is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 AC Aceca weights approximately 220 kg more than 1996 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2001 AC Aceca | 1996 Ford Mustang | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Aceca | Mustang |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
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 | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2580 mm |