1986 AC Ace vs. 1988 Honda Integra
To start off, 1988 Honda Integra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 AC Ace would be higher. 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 76 more horse power than 1988 Honda Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Integra.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Integra. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1988 Honda Integra | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Ace | Integra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
