1986 AC Ace vs. 1973 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Laurel 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 53 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 213 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Nissan Laurel. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1973 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Ace | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
