1986 AC Ace vs. 2000 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Cuore 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 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 97 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 AC Ace weights approximately 212 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. 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 Daihatsu Cuore. 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 (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 2000 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | AC | Daihatsu |
| Model | Ace | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 71.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2350 mm |
