1986 AC Ace vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1986 AC Ace. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1986 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 173 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace. 2011 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Ace | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |
