1958 Jeep CJ vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2000 Mercury Sable is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1958 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1958 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 535 kg more than 1958 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Jeep CJ will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jeep CJ. 2000 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1958 Jeep CJ has manual transmission. 1958 Jeep CJ will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jeep CJ | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | CJ | Sable |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2760 mm |
