1986 AC Ace vs. 1985 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Patrol. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1168 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1986 AC Ace | 1985 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | AC | Nissan |
Model | Ace | Patrol |
Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2980 mm |