1963 AC Greyhound vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2002 Volvo V70 is newer by 39 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 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 718 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, 2002 Volvo V70 (400 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Greyhound | V70 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 66 L |
