1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1985 Saab 90
To start off, 1985 Saab 90 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Saab 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1985 Saab 90. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1985 Saab 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Saab 90 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Because 1959 AC Greyhound is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 AC Greyhound. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Saab 90, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Greyhound (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Saab 90. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Saab 90.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1985 Saab 90 | |
Make | AC | Saab |
Model | Greyhound | 90 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |