1986 AC Ace vs. 2000 Renault Spider
To start off, 2000 Renault Spider 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 AC Ace weights approximately 30 kg more than 2000 Renault Spider. 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 Renault Spider. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 2000 Renault Spider | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Ace | Spider |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2350 mm |
