1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1835 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 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Greyhound | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 108 L |
