1986 AC Ace vs. 1962 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP) has 121 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Toyota Crown weights approximately 235 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 AC Ace (276 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1962 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Ace | Crown |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
