1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1999 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 40 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 485 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, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Greyhound | S-10 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3130 mm |
