1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 20 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 707 kg more than 1962 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, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1982 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Greyhound | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |
