2002 AC Aceca vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 2002 AC Aceca is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 960. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 AC Aceca weights approximately 54 kg more than 1990 Volvo 960. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (267 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Aceca | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
Make | AC | Volvo |
Model | Aceca | 960 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |