1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 36 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 455 kg more than 1962 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Greyhound | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
