1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (153 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 563 kg more than 1956 Isuzu Minx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Sable (252 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Isuzu Minx | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
| Model | Minx | Sable |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
