2002 AC Aceca vs. 1999 Honda Capa
To start off, 2002 AC Aceca is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Capa 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 253 more horse power than 1999 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 AC Aceca weights approximately 530 kg more than 1999 Honda Capa. 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, 1999 Honda Capa, 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 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 AC Aceca | 1999 Honda Capa | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Aceca | Capa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2370 mm |
