1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1990 Ford Granada
To start off, 1990 Ford Granada is newer by 27 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 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Granada (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Granada weights approximately 325 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, 1990 Ford Granada (233 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1990 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1990 Ford Granada | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Greyhound | Granada |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
