1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 24 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 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1237 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, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1983 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Greyhound | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 7445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3300 mm |
