1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1977 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1977 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (104 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 253 kg more than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Greyhound (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1977 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Greyhound | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |
