1986 AC Ace vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 12 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, 1986 AC Ace (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 455 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 (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina. 1998 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 1986 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1986 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 AC Ace | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Ace | Caldina |
Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |