1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 1984 Volvo 740 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 2,316 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 740. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 740 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 740. (143 Nm). This means 1961 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Greyhound | 740 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
