1986 AC Ace vs. 1996 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1996 Honda Ballade 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 112 more horse power than 1996 Honda Ballade. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Ballade weights approximately 70 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Ballade. 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 (276 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1996 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Ace | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |
