1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 38 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 805 kg more than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Opel Frontera (260 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Greyhound | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
