1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1987 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 1987 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 26 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Crown Victoria (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 685 kg more than 1961 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, 1987 Ford Crown Victoria (367 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1987 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1987 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Greyhound | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |
