1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1990 Eagle Talon
To start off, 1990 Eagle Talon is newer by 28 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Eagle Talon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Eagle Talon (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Eagle Talon weights approximately 215 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm). This means 1962 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1990 Eagle Talon | |
| Make | AC | Eagle |
| Model | Greyhound | Talon |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
