1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1989 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Laser is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Laser (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 215 kg more than 1961 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, 1961 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (169 Nm). This means 1961 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1989 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | AC | Plymouth |
| Model | Greyhound | Laser |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
