1986 AC Ace vs. 2003 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2003 Dodge Dakota is newer by 17 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 516 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1986 AC Ace | 2003 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | AC | Dodge |
Model | Ace | Dakota |
Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2850 mm |