1958 AC Ace vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1984 Renault 25 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 346 kg more than 1958 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, 1984 Renault 25 (177 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Ace | 25 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 38 L |
