1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 54 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Terrain (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 740 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, 2013 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
Make | AC | GMC |
Model | Greyhound | Terrain |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1833 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2857 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 71 L |