1986 AC Ace vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 AC Ace. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1986 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 890 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 Ford Explorer (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (276 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2840 mm |
