1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1983 Ford Granada
To start off, 1983 Ford Granada 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 6 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Granada weights approximately 207 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Greyhound (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1983 Ford Granada | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Greyhound | Granada |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |
