2005 AC Aceca vs. 1986 Volvo 740
To start off, 2005 AC Aceca is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volvo 740 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 145 more horse power than 1986 Volvo 740. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1986 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 AC Aceca weights approximately 180 kg more than 1986 Volvo 740. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volvo 740. (239 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 AC Aceca | 1986 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Aceca | 740 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2780 mm |
