1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 23 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 610 kg more than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | AC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Greyhound | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2960 mm |
