1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1974 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1974 Mercury Montego is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Montego weights approximately 680 kg more than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mercury Montego (248 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1974 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1974 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | AC | Mercury |
| Model | Greyhound | Montego |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |
