1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1986 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1986 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 27 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Vauxhall Carlton. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1986 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 57 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Greyhound (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Vauxhall Carlton. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1986 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | AC | Vauxhall |
Model | Greyhound | Carlton |
Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |