2005 AC Aceca vs. 1977 Datsun 280
To start off, 2005 AC Aceca is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Datsun 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Datsun 280 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1977 Datsun 280. (125 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1977 Datsun 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 AC Aceca weights approximately 135 kg more than 1977 Datsun 280. 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, 2005 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Datsun 280. (197 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Datsun 280.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 AC Aceca | 1977 Datsun 280 | |
| Make | AC | Datsun |
| Model | Aceca | 280 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 71 L |
