1959 Land Rover 109 vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (200 HP) has 133 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 196 kg more than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 109 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, 2004 Mercury Sable (271 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Land Rover 109 | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercury |
Model | 109 | Sable |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 157 Nm | 271 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |