1958 AC Ace vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 27 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 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (205 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 520 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, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (72 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Ace | 25 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
