1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 75 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, 1963 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm). This means 1963 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1989 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Greyhound | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
