1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1982 Ford Granada
To start off, 1982 Ford Granada is newer by 23 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Granada (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 319 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, 1982 Ford Granada (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1982 Ford Granada | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Greyhound | Granada |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
