1986 AC Ace vs. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover
To start off, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover is newer by 27 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 2,013 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1986 AC Ace. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1986 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover weights approximately 1570 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.
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, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (276 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1986 AC Ace | 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover | |
Make | AC | Land Rover |
Model | Ace | ALL-NEW Range Rover |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 625 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | (:1): 9. |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2158 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1784 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2745 mm |