1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Meriva weights approximately 302 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Opel Meriva (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Greyhound | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 53 L |
