1986 AC Ace vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 18 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1986 AC Ace. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1986 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1151 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | AC | Land Rover |
| Model | Ace | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 182 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 | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 2058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |
