1986 AC Ace vs. 2000 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2000 Honda CR-V 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda CR-V weights approximately 480 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda CR-V. 2000 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 2000 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Ace | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2620 mm |
