1986 AC Ace vs. 1968 Toyota 1000
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 1000 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 104 more horse power than 1968 Toyota 1000. (46 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 AC Ace weights approximately 167 kg more than 1968 Toyota 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota 1000. 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 (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota 1000. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1968 Toyota 1000 | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Ace | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 36 L |
