1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2002 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 43 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 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Passat. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 267 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
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1959 AC Greyhound | 2002 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | AC | Volkswagen |
Model | Greyhound | Passat |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |