1986 AC Ace vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter 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 103 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 AC Ace weights approximately 155 kg more than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. 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 (276 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Ace | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2340 mm |
