1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 33 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 9 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 251 kg more than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm). This means 1963 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Greyhound | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
