1986 AC Ace vs. 1999 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 1999 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Daewoo Nubira. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1999 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 216 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Daewoo Nubira. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Nubira. (181 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Nubira. 1999 Daewoo Nubira 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. 1999 Daewoo Nubira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1999 Daewoo Nubira | |
| Make | AC | Daewoo |
| Model | Ace | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
