2001 AC Aceca vs. 1996 Volvo 960
To start off, 2001 AC Aceca is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 960 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 133 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 AC Aceca weights approximately 10 kg more than 1996 Volvo 960. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2001 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
2001 AC Aceca | 1996 Volvo 960 | |
Make | AC | Volvo |
Model | Aceca | 960 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2780 mm |