1962 AC Greyhound vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 44 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1847 kg more than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm). This means 1962 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Greyhound | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2862 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
