1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1979 Honda Accord is newer by 16 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 AC Greyhound weights approximately 80 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (133 Nm). This means 1963 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1979 Honda Accord | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Greyhound | Accord |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
