1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 33 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 9 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 75 kg more than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (150 Nm). This means 1962 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Greyhound | Escort |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
