1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 36 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 24 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 378 kg more than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Opel Meriva (230 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Greyhound | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
