1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, 1998 Opel Astra is newer by 36 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Astra (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Astra weights approximately 245 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, 1998 Opel Astra (188 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1998 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1998 Opel Astra | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Greyhound | Astra |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
