1986 AC Ace vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry 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 97 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 AC Ace weights approximately 212 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 AC Ace (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Ace | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2340 mm |
