2002 AC Aceca vs. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2002 AC Aceca is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (149 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 110 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 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Aceca | 1984 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | Aceca | Caprice |
Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2950 mm |