1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 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 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19.
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, 1992 Renault 19, 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Greyhound | 19 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
