1956 Ford Consul vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (155 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 424 kg more than 1956 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Sable (251 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Consul | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Consul | Sable |
Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 155 HP |
Torque | 124 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 68 L |