1986 AC Ace vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 21 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1986 AC Ace. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1986 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1103 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, 2007 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace. 2007 Honda Pilot 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. 2007 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 AC Ace | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | Ace | Pilot |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 77 L |