2002 AC Aceca vs. 1984 Rover 3500
To start off, 2002 AC Aceca is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Rover 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover 3500 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Rover 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1984 Rover 3500. (187 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1984 Rover 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 AC Aceca weights approximately 179 kg more than 1984 Rover 3500. 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 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Rover 3500. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Rover 3500.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Aceca | 1984 Rover 3500 | |
Make | AC | Rover |
Model | Aceca | 3500 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5280 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |