1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1999 Mercury Cougar is newer by 36 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 123 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 295 kg more than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm). This means 1963 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | AC | Mercury |
| Model | Greyhound | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
