1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 54 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 819 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Greyhound | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 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 | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
