1956 AC Ace vs. 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1956 kg more than 1956 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace. 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1956 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1956 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Ace | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 108 L |
