1958 Ford Vedette vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Vedette 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 87 more horse power than 1958 Ford Vedette. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 388 kg more than 1958 Ford Vedette. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Vedette. (123 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Vedette | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Vedette | Sable |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
