1986 AC Ace vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 345 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Holden Belmont. 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, 1974 Holden Belmont (357 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (276 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | Ace | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |
