1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2005 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (144 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 375 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 2005 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 AC Greyhound. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2005 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | AC | Hyundai |
| Model | Greyhound | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |
