1986 AC Ace vs. 1981 Citroen LN
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen LN 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 115 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 AC Ace weights approximately 197 kg more than 1981 Citroen LN. 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 1981 Citroen LN. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1981 Citroen LN | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Ace | LN |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 43 L |
