1961 AC Greyhound vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 44 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 87 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 996 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | AC | Mercury |
| Model | Greyhound | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 85 L |
