1965 Mazda Familia vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia 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 120 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 773 kg more than 1965 Mazda Familia. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | Familia | Sable |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 2983 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
