1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1996 Honda CR-V is newer by 37 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CR-V weights approximately 407 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, 1996 Honda CR-V (180 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm). This means 1996 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Greyhound | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
