1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1998 Chevrolet Venture
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 35 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 730 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, 1998 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1998 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1998 Chevrolet Venture | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Greyhound | Venture |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
