1986 AC Ace vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 22 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 2,427 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (144 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 797 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 (276 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | AC | Jeep |
| Model | Ace | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
