1986 AC Ace vs. 1989 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1989 GMC Jimmy 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1986 AC Ace. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1986 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 860 kg more than 1986 AC Ace. 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, 1989 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (276 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace. 1989 GMC Jimmy 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. 1989 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1989 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | AC | GMC |
| Model | Ace | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |
