1961 AC Greyhound vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 40 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 707 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, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | AC | Vauxhall |
| Model | Greyhound | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1722 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 |
