1986 AC Ace vs. 1991 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1991 Toyota Camry 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 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 32 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Camry. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Camry weights approximately 299 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Toyota Camry. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Camry. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Camry. 1991 Toyota Camry 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. 1991 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1991 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Ace | Camry |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
