1986 AC Ace vs. 1961 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1961 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1961 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 123 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1986 AC Ace (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jeep CJ5. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
1986 AC Ace | 1961 Jeep CJ5 | |
Make | AC | Jeep |
Model | Ace | CJ5 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1961 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2060 mm |