1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1984 Honda Accord
To start off, 1984 Honda Accord is newer by 22 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 34 more horse power than 1984 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 AC Greyhound weights approximately 55 kg more than 1984 Honda Accord. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Accord. (129 Nm). This means 1962 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1984 Honda Accord | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Greyhound | Accord |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
