1961 AC Greyhound vs. 2003 Buick Rendezvous
To start off, 2003 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 42 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 805 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, 2003 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 2003 Buick Rendezvous | |
| Make | AC | Buick |
| Model | Greyhound | Rendezvous |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
