1986 AC Ace vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2003 Subaru Impreza 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Impreza (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1986 AC Ace. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1986 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 270 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 Subaru Impreza (384 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (276 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 2003 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | AC | Subaru |
| Model | Ace | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 384 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
