1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 371 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 Vauxhall Carlton (240 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1987 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1987 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | AC | Vauxhall |
| Model | Greyhound | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
