1986 AC Ace vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 54 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace will offer significantly more control. 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Ace | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |
