1963 AC Greyhound vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 49 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (280 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Greyhound | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1453 mm |
