1986 AC Ace vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 24 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 10 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 444 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Sentra. 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 (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Ace | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1351 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
