1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1980 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1980 Holden Commodore is newer by 21 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Commodore (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Commodore weights approximately 167 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, 1980 Holden Commodore (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1980 Holden Commodore | |
Make | AC | Holden |
Model | Greyhound | Commodore |
Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |