2003 AC Aceca vs. 1992 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2003 AC Aceca is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Taurus 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 130 more horse power than 1992 Ford Taurus. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Taurus.
Because 2003 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 2003 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Taurus, 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, 2003 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Taurus. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Aceca | 1992 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Aceca | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2700 mm |
