1986 AC Ace vs. 1988 Suzuki SJ 413
To start off, 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 AC Ace weights approximately 37 kg more than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 AC Ace (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 | |
| Make | AC | Suzuki |
| Model | Ace | SJ 413 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1269 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2040 mm |
