1986 AC Ace vs. 1986 Holden Barina
To start off, both 1986 AC Ace and 1986 Holden Barina were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1986 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 AC Ace weights approximately 290 kg more than 1986 Holden Barina. 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 1986 Holden Barina. 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Barina. 1986 Holden Barina 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. 1986 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1986 Holden Barina | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | Ace | Barina |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2250 mm |
