1986 AC Ace vs. 1976 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 AC Ace. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1986 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 678 kg more than 1986 AC Ace. 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 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1976 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ace | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
