1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 53 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 543 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.
Because 2012 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 AC Greyhound. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound. 2012 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 1959 AC Greyhound has manual transmission. 1959 AC Greyhound will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Greyhound | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |