1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 AC Greyhound weights approximately 95 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm). This means 1962 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Greyhound | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
