1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 47 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 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 236 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
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1959 AC Greyhound | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | AC | Volkswagen |
Model | Greyhound | Jetta |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1276 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |