1986 AC Ace vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (308 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1986 AC Ace. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1986 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1617 kg more than 1986 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1986 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1986 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ace | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 308 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 2524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |
