2002 AC Aceca vs. 1996 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, 2002 AC Aceca is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 ZAZ Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 ZAZ Wagon 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 251 more horse power than 1996 ZAZ Wagon. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1996 ZAZ Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 AC Aceca weights approximately 765 kg more than 1996 ZAZ Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 ZAZ Wagon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 ZAZ Wagon. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 ZAZ Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 AC Aceca | 1996 ZAZ Wagon | |
| Make | AC | ZAZ |
| Model | Aceca | Wagon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2330 mm |
