1986 AC Ace vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2002 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 16 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (117 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 843 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 (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Ace | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
