2003 AC Aceca vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora

To start off, 2003 AC Aceca is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 127 kg more than 2003 AC Aceca.

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, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora, 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora.

Compare all specifications:

2003 AC Aceca 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora
Make AC Oldsmobile
Model Aceca Aurora
Year Released 2003 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3506 cc 3995 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 350 HP 251 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 353 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 10.3:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1610 kg 1737 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 5220 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2900 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 75 L


 

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