1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 1000 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (346 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
| Make | AC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Greyhound | Custom Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |
