2004 AC Aceca vs. 1981 Toyota Cressida

To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Cressida 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 240 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Cressida. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 434 kg more than 1981 Toyota Cressida. 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Cressida. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Cressida.

Compare all specifications:

2004 AC Aceca 1981 Toyota Cressida
Make AC Toyota
Model Aceca Cressida
Year Released 2004 1981
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3504 cc 1972 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 346 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 162 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 89 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 8.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1610 kg 1176 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2650 mm


 

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