1986 AC Ace vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol 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 156 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 AC Ace weights approximately 390 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. 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, 1986 AC Ace (276 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Ace | Carol |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 58 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 | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 30 L |
