1986 AC Ace vs. 1979 Holden GTS
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1979 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden GTS weights approximately 455 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Holden GTS. 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, 1979 Holden GTS (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (276 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1979 Holden GTS | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | Ace | GTS |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
| 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 | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |
