1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 492 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, 2005 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1959 AC Greyhound has manual transmission. 1959 AC Greyhound will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | AC | Mazda |
Model | Greyhound | Tribute |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 262 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |