2003 AC Aceca vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 2003 AC Aceca is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 AC Aceca weights approximately 80 kg more than 1978 Buick Century. 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 (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Aceca | 1978 Buick Century | |
Make | AC | Buick |
Model | Aceca | Century |
Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |