2002 AC Aceca vs. 1979 Datsun 280
To start off, 2002 AC Aceca is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Datsun 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Datsun 280 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1979 Datsun 280. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1979 Datsun 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 AC Aceca weights approximately 305 kg more than 1979 Datsun 280. 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, 2002 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Datsun 280. (202 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Datsun 280.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 AC Aceca | 1979 Datsun 280 | |
| Make | AC | Datsun |
| Model | Aceca | 280 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
