1986 AC Ace vs. 1981 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Peugeot 505 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 44 more horse power than 1981 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1981 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 393 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Peugeot 505. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1981 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | AC | Peugeot |
| Model | Ace | 505 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2910 mm |
