1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 655 kg more than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | AC | Vauxhall |
| Model | Greyhound | Omega |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
