2004 AC Aceca vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 510 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. 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, 2004 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2004 AC Aceca | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Aceca | Corona |
Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1808 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2510 mm |