1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1989 Saab 9000 is newer by 27 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 290 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, 1962 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (172 Nm). This means 1962 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | AC | Saab |
| Model | Greyhound | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 54 L |
