1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1990 Ford Escort
To start off, 1990 Ford Escort 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Escort weights approximately 50 kg more than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (135 Nm). This means 1962 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1990 Ford Escort | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Greyhound | Escort |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
