1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 45 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1087 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, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Greyhound | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 95 L |
