1986 AC Ace vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1993 Toyota Carina is newer by 7 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 19 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Carina weights approximately 333 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Carina. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Ace | Carina |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2590 mm |
