1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1983 Dodge Charger
To start off, 1983 Dodge Charger 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Charger. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 23 kg more than 1983 Dodge Charger. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Charger. (161 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1983 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Greyhound | Charger |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
