1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1974 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1974 Mercury Comet is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Comet weights approximately 205 kg more than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm). This means 1962 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1974 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | AC | Mercury |
| Model | Greyhound | Comet |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
