1986 AC Ace vs. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 23 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 16 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 938 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ace | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |
