1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1996 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 1996 Dodge Avenger is newer by 35 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Avenger (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 355 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, 1996 Dodge Avenger (180 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1996 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1996 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Greyhound | Avenger |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
