1986 AC Ace vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 5 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 117 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 AC Ace weights approximately 192 kg more than 1975 Renault 5. 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 1975 Renault 5. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1975 Renault 5 | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Ace | 5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
