2002 AC Aceca vs. 1978 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 2002 AC Aceca is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 300 kg more than 2002 AC Aceca.
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, 2002 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler Newport. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Aceca | 1978 Chrysler Newport | |
Make | AC | Chrysler |
Model | Aceca | Newport |
Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3020 mm |