1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 46 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 119 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Greyhound (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Greyhound | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1758 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1212 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
