1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra 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 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 67 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 59 kg more than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm). This means 1962 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Greyhound | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |
