1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1989 Saab 9000 is newer by 30 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 310 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.
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, 1989 Saab 9000, 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, 1989 Saab 9000 (216 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
Make | AC | Saab |
Model | Greyhound | 9000 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 38 L |