1962 AC Greyhound vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 47 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 446 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, 1962 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (161 Nm). This means 1962 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Greyhound | Accord |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
