1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1985 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1985 Ford Tempo is newer by 26 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1985 Ford Tempo. (90 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Tempo weights approximately 12 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Greyhound (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1985 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Greyhound | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |
