1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1974 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1974 Buick Skylark is newer by 11 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 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 590 kg more than 1963 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, 1974 Buick Skylark (366 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1974 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | AC | Buick |
| Model | Greyhound | Skylark |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
