1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 30 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1130 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (408 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Greyhound | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3350 mm |
