1986 AC Ace vs. 2006 Tata Safari
To start off, 2006 Tata Safari 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Safari weights approximately 1013 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 (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1986 AC Ace | 2006 Tata Safari | |
Make | AC | Tata |
Model | Ace | Safari |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 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 | 907 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |