2004 AC Aceca vs. 1986 Volvo 242
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volvo 242. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volvo 242 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 249 more horse power than 1986 Volvo 242. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1986 Volvo 242. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 320 kg more than 1986 Volvo 242. 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volvo 242. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volvo 242.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 1986 Volvo 242 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Aceca | 242 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2660 mm |
