1963 AC Greyhound vs. 2000 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2000 Opel Frontera is newer by 37 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Frontera (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 740 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, 2000 Opel Frontera (202 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2000 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Greyhound | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
