1999 AC Ace vs. 1983 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1999 AC Ace is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Ace (351 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Model F weights approximately 275 kg more than 1999 AC Ace.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 AC Ace (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Ace | 1983 Toyota Model F | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Ace | Model F |
Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2240 mm |