1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (130 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 105 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 1962 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Greyhound | Escort |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
