1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner
To start off, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner is newer by 38 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Trailrunner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner weights approximately 265 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 1997 Nissan Trailrunner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 AC Greyhound. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner (200 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Trailrunner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner has automatic transmission and 1959 AC Greyhound has manual transmission. 1959 AC Greyhound will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1997 Nissan Trailrunner | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Greyhound | Trailrunner |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
