1986 AC Ace vs. 1989 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1989 Ford Corsair is newer by 3 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 21 more horse power than 1989 Ford Corsair. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Corsair weights approximately 283 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Corsair. 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 (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Corsair. (189 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1989 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Corsair |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2560 mm |
