1961 AC Greyhound vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 48 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 AC Greyhound weights approximately 49 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Escape (302 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Greyhound | Escape |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6550 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |
