1986 AC Ace vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 15 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), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda 6. 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, 2001 Mazda 6 (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (276 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Ace | 6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
