1961 AC Greyhound vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 43 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (109 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 630 kg more than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm). This means 1961 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Greyhound | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
