1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1992 Buick Park Avenue

To start off, 1992 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 33 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 606 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.

Compare all specifications:

1959 AC Greyhound 1992 Buick Park Avenue
Make AC Buick
Model Greyhound Park Avenue
Year Released 1959 1992
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2553 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.6 mm 96.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 86.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1040 kg 1646 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 5240 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2820 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 68 L


 

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