1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1994 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 31 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 1994 Volkswagen Passat. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 230 kg more than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. (150 Nm). This means 1963 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1994 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Greyhound | Passat |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1994 |
| 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 | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
