1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1969 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1969 Opel Commodore is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1969 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Commodore weights approximately 155 kg more than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm). This means 1963 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1969 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Greyhound | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
