1986 AC Ace vs. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1986 AC Ace. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1986 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 913 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, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 2005 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | AC | Vauxhall |
| Model | Ace | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
