1986 AC Ace vs. 2000 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 14 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1986 AC Ace. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1986 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 807 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 2000 Cadillac Seville. 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (276 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace. 2000 Cadillac Seville 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. 2000 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 2000 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | AC | Cadillac |
| Model | Ace | Seville |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1827 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
