1963 AC Greyhound vs. 2011 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2011 Dodge Nitro is newer by 48 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 817 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, 2011 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2011 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 2011 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Greyhound | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1791 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2764 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 74 L |
