1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1998 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1998 Toyota MR2 is newer by 37 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), 1998 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 220 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, 1998 Toyota MR2 (186 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1998 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1998 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Greyhound | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
