1986 AC Ace vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1990 Lancia Dedra is newer by 4 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 60 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (90 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 323 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Lancia Dedra. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | AC | Lancia |
| Model | Ace | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |
