1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1988 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1988 Buick Skylark is newer by 26 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 3,331 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Skylark (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Skylark weights approximately 190 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, 1988 Buick Skylark (251 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1988 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | AC | Buick |
| Model | Greyhound | Skylark |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3331 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |
