1986 AC Ace vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Record weights approximately 5 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 AC Ace (276 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Ace | Record |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
