1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1989 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 28 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1989 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1989 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 115 kg more than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm). This means 1961 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1989 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Greyhound | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
