1986 AC Ace vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue is newer by 20 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Vue (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1986 AC Ace. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1986 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 926 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, 2006 Saturn Vue (329 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (276 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | AC | Saturn |
| Model | Ace | Vue |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
