1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1980 Toyota Corona is newer by 18 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 AC Greyhound weights approximately 30 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm). This means 1962 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Greyhound | Corona |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |
