1986 AC Ace vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 924 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1986 AC Ace | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | AC | Kia |
Model | Ace | Sorento |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 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 | 1944 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |