1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1978 Mazda 929 is newer by 15 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (138 Nm). This means 1963 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Greyhound | 929 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |
