1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1984 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 1984 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 25 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Crown Victoria (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 597 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, 1984 Ford Crown Victoria (338 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1984 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Greyhound | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |