1986 AC Ace vs. 1999 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1999 Plymouth Neon 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. Both 1986 AC Ace and 1999 Plymouth Neon are equipped with a 1,994 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1999 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 89 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 Plymouth Neon. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
1986 AC Ace | 1999 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | AC | Plymouth |
Model | Ace | Neon |
Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4950 RPM |
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 | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |