1986 AC Ace vs. 1981 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mercedes-Benz G 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 25 more horse power than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 973 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1981 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ace | G |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
