1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1976 Plymouth Volare is newer by 13 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 450 kg more than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Plymouth Volare (244 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1976 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | AC | Plymouth |
| Model | Greyhound | Volare |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
