1986 AC Ace vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Musso 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1986 AC Ace. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1986 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 999 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.
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, 2000 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace. 2000 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | AC | SsangYong |
| Model | Ace | Musso |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 73 L |
