1986 AC Ace vs. 1997 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1997 Toyota Supra is newer by 11 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1986 AC Ace. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1986 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Supra weights approximately 600 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.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Supra. 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, 1997 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (276 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1997 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Ace | Supra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
