1986 AC Ace vs. 2002 Tata Safari
To start off, 2002 Tata Safari 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2002 Tata Safari. (136 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2002 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Tata Safari weights approximately 1020 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 (276 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1986 AC Ace | 2002 Tata Safari | |
Make | AC | Tata |
Model | Ace | Safari |
Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |