1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 1999 Mercury Sable is newer by 38 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 550 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, 1999 Mercury Sable (246 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | AC | Mercury |
| Model | Greyhound | Sable |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
