2004 AC Aceca vs. 1969 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (200 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 44 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger. 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (422 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 1969 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Aceca | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
