1986 AC Ace vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza is newer by 26 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Venza. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Venza weights approximately 686 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Venza. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Venza. 2012 Toyota Venza 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. 2012 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 AC Ace | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Ace | Venza |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |