1986 AC Ace vs. 1986 Ford Aerostar
To start off, both 1986 AC Ace and 1986 Ford Aerostar were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP) has 113 more horse power than 1986 Ford Aerostar. (88 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 390 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Aerostar. 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) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Aerostar. (160 Nm). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1986 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 88 HP |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3030 mm |
