1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Musso 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 861 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Because 2008 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 AC Greyhound. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Musso will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | AC | SsangYong |
| Model | Greyhound | Musso |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
