1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1996 Volvo 850
To start off, 1996 Volvo 850 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 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 850 (124 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 850 weights approximately 375 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.
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, 1996 Volvo 850, 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 850. (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1996 Volvo 850 | |
Make | AC | Volvo |
Model | Greyhound | 850 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |