1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 53 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 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (139 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 513 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 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 AC Greyhound. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 1959 AC Greyhound (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Greyhound | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
