1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2004 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 425 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 Honda CR-V (220 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2004 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Greyhound | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |
