1986 AC Ace vs. 1982 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1982 Lincoln Continental. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1982 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 515 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lincoln Continental. 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 (276 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lincoln Continental. (237 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1982 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | AC | Lincoln |
| Model | Ace | Continental |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 87 L |
