1986 AC Ace vs. 2011 Kia Optima
To start off, 2011 Kia Optima 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Kia Optima. (200 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Optima weights approximately 434 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Optima. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Optima. (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 2011 Kia Optima | |
| Make | AC | Kia |
| Model | Ace | Optima |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
