1963 AC Greyhound vs. 2009 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 46 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, 2009 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 370 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, 1963 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm). This means 1963 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 2009 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Greyhound | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 51 L |
