1986 AC Ace vs. 2003 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1986 AC Ace. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1986 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1113 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace. 2003 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 AC Ace | 2003 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | AC | Land Rover |
Model | Ace | Discovery |
Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |