1962 AC Greyhound vs. 2008 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 46 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 814 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, 2008 Jeep Compass (224 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | AC | Jeep |
| Model | Greyhound | Compass |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 51 L |
