1986 AC Ace vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2003 Subaru Forester 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. Both 1986 AC Ace and 2003 Subaru Forester are equipped with a 1,994 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Forester weights approximately 365 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1986 AC Ace | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
Make | AC | Subaru |
Model | Ace | Forester |
Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 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 | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |