2002 AC Aceca vs. 1979 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2002 AC Aceca is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (350 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Trans Am. (220 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1979 Pontiac Trans Am.
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, 1979 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 AC Aceca. (400 Nm). This means 1979 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 AC Aceca | 1979 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | AC | Pontiac |
| Model | Aceca | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 104.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2750 mm |
