1963 AC Greyhound vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 49 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 543 kg more than 1963 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, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Greyhound | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
