1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1970 Vauxhall Ventora
To start off, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Vauxhall Ventora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Vauxhall Ventora weights approximately 163 kg more than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora (241 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1970 Vauxhall Ventora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Greyhound | 1970 Vauxhall Ventora | |
Make | AC | Vauxhall |
Model | Greyhound | Ventora |
Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 241 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 54 L |