1986 AC Ace vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 25 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1986 AC Ace. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1986 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1052 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.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Pilot. 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, 2011 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace. 2011 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1986 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1986 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Ace | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1959 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 79 L |
