1986 AC Ace vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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. Both 1986 AC Ace and 2005 Subaru Legacy are equipped with a 1,994 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 336 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy. 2005 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1986 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1986 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 AC Ace | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | AC | Subaru |
Model | Ace | Legacy |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |