1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1970 Volvo 145
To start off, 1970 Volvo 145 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volvo 145 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 145. (152 Nm). This means 1961 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1970 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Greyhound | 145 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
