1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 341 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.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Greyhound | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
