1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1999 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1999 Honda CR-V 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda CR-V 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.
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, 1999 Honda CR-V, 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, 1999 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound. 1999 Honda CR-V 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. 1999 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1999 Honda CR-V | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | Greyhound | CR-V |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |