1986 AC Ace vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 19 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, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 450 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 2005 Ford Escape | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Escape |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |
