1986 AC Ace vs. 1985 Buick Electra
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Electra would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 380 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick Electra. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra. 1985 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1986 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1986 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1985 Buick Electra | |
| Make | AC | Buick |
| Model | Ace | Electra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2820 mm |
