1986 AC Ace vs. 1989 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1989 Nissan Vanette 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 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 115 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 414 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 Nissan Vanette. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1989 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Ace | Vanette |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2080 mm |
