2004 AC Aceca vs. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,740 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 AC Aceca. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 78 kg more than 2004 AC Aceca. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (502 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 AC Aceca. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
2004 AC Aceca | 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | Aceca | Corvette |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 5740 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 502 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |