1963 AC Greyhound vs. 2004 Ford Escape
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 41 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 474 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, 2004 Ford Escape (265 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 2004 Ford Escape | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Greyhound | Escape |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |
