1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1993 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1993 Mercury Mystique is newer by 34 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, 1993 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 149 kg more than 1959 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, 1993 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1993 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | AC | Mercury |
Model | Greyhound | Mystique |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |