1986 AC Ace vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,024 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Monaro weights approximately 440 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Monaro. 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, 1968 Holden Monaro (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (276 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace. 1968 Holden Monaro has automatic transmission and 1986 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1986 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Holden Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | Ace | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5024 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |
