1986 AC Ace vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1965 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Toyota Crown weights approximately 355 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace will offer significantly more control. 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 (276 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Ace | Crown |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
