1986 AC Ace vs. 1982 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Subaru Leone 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 83 more horse power than 1982 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1982 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 AC Ace weights approximately 85 kg more than 1982 Subaru Leone. 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 1982 Subaru Leone. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1982 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | AC | Subaru |
| Model | Ace | Leone |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2390 mm |
