1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1992 Rover 800
To start off, 1992 Rover 800 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 800 weights approximately 431 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 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1992 Rover 800 | |
Make | AC | Rover |
Model | Greyhound | 800 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2675 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |