2004 AC Aceca vs. 1993 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1993 Ford Falcon. (216 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 80 kg more than 1993 Ford Falcon. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Falcon. (365 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 1993 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Aceca | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2800 mm |
