2004 AC Aceca vs. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 115 kg more than 2004 AC Aceca.
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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
2004 AC Aceca | 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | Aceca | Caprice |
Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |