1960 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jeep CJ5 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 96 more horse power than 1960 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1960 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 483 kg more than 1960 Jeep CJ5. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jeep CJ5 | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | CJ5 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2760 mm |
