1962 AC Greyhound vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 43 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 395 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, 2005 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Greyhound | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | Greyhound | Accord |
Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 218 Nm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |