1986 AC Ace vs. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 5 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1986 AC Ace. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1986 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 623 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, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ace | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |
