1986 AC Ace vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 97 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 AC Ace weights approximately 37 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 AC Ace (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ace | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2390 mm |
