1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1980 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1980 Ford Falcon is newer by 17 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 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1980 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Falcon weights approximately 355 kg more than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Ford Falcon (228 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1980 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1980 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Greyhound | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
