1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1998 Dodge Durango
To start off, 1998 Dodge Durango is newer by 39 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 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 882 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1998 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Greyhound | Durango |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |
