2000 AC Aceca vs. 1986 AC Ace
To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 14 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1986 AC Ace. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1986 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 490 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.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 AC Aceca. 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, 2000 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (276 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Aceca | 1986 AC Ace | |
| Make | AC | AC |
| Model | Aceca | Ace |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
