1986 AC Ace vs. 1995 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 9 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, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1986 AC Ace. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1986 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 543 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1995 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Ace | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3000 mm |
