1986 AC Ace vs. 1999 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1999 Honda Prelude 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1999 Honda Prelude. (132 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Prelude weights approximately 220 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 Honda Prelude. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1999 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Ace | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2590 mm |
