1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2005 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Aztek 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Aztek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Aztek (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Aztek should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 737 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 Pontiac Aztek (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Pontiac Aztek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2005 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | AC | Pontiac |
| Model | Greyhound | Aztek |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 69 L |
