1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 482 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Greyhound | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3040 mm |
