1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1989 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1989 Ford Telstar is newer by 26 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1989 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Telstar weights approximately 15 kg more than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Telstar. (159 Nm). This means 1963 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1989 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Greyhound | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
