1986 AC Ace vs. 2007 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Xterra 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1986 AC Ace. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1986 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 623 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 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 2007 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Ace | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 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 | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
