1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1974 Volvo 245
To start off, 1974 Volvo 245 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 245 (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volvo 245 weights approximately 301 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Greyhound (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 245. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1974 Volvo 245 | |
Make | AC | Volvo |
Model | Greyhound | 245 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2125 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1394 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |