1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1984 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1984 Ford Fairlane 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Fairlane (131 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 537 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 Fairlane (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Fairlane 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 Fairlane | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Greyhound | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |