1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2013 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC90 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC90 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1044 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 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2013 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | AC | Volvo |
Model | Greyhound | XC90 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4807 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1936 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1784 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2857 mm |