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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (143 HP @ 3600 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 963 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, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace.
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 | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1870 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
