1986 AC Ace vs. 1982 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Vauxhall Astra 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 Vauxhall Astra. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 48 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 Vauxhall Astra. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. (96 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1982 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | AC | Vauxhall |
| Model | Ace | Astra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
