1963 Ford Consul vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2001 Mercury Sable is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 628 kg more than 1963 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Ford Consul is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Mercury Sable (252 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul. 2001 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1963 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1963 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Consul | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Consul | Sable |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 85 L |
