1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1977 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 18 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 5,199 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler Cordoba (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 727 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, 1977 Chrysler Cordoba (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1977 Chrysler Cordoba | |
| Make | AC | Chrysler |
| Model | Greyhound | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 5199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2930 mm |
