1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1988 Volvo 440
To start off, 1988 Volvo 440 is newer by 27 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 14 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 440. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 440 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 440. (143 Nm). This means 1961 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1988 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Greyhound | 440 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
