1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2008 Volvo C30
To start off, 2008 Volvo C30 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo C30 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C30 weights approximately 328 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2008 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Greyhound | C30 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1421 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 52 L |
