1986 AC Ace vs. 1996 Audi A6
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 10 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
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, 1986 AC Ace (276 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1996 Audi A6 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Ace | A6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
