1986 AC Ace vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2001 Renault Laguna 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 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Laguna weights approximately 396 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 Renault Laguna. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Ace | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| 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 | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
