2003 AC Aceca vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2003 AC Aceca is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 AC Aceca weights approximately 495 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. 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, 2003 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Aceca | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Aceca | Taunus |
Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2590 mm |