1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2008 Ford Escape
To start off, 2008 Ford Escape is newer by 49 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2008 Ford Escape | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Greyhound | Escape |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 114 L |