1986 AC Ace vs. 2003 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2003 Honda Avancier 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Avancier weights approximately 713 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Avancier. 2003 Honda Avancier 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. 2003 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 2003 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Ace | Avancier |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |
