1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1983 Volvo 740
To start off, 1983 Volvo 740 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 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 740 (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 740 weights approximately 257 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 Volvo 740 (260 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1983 Volvo 740 | |
Make | AC | Volvo |
Model | Greyhound | 740 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |