1958 AC Ace vs. 1991 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1991 Plymouth Laser is newer by 33 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Plymouth Laser (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 260 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Plymouth Laser. (142 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1991 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | AC | Plymouth |
| Model | Ace | Laser |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |
