1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, 1998 Ford Laser 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Laser (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Laser weights approximately 52 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, 1959 AC Greyhound (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1998 Ford Laser | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Greyhound | Laser |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 53 L |