1986 AC Ace vs. 2011 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Outback Sport. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Outback Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback Sport weights approximately 390 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Outback Sport. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Outback Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 2011 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | AC | Subaru |
| Model | Ace | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
