1967 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2009 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Sable (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable 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, 2009 Mercury Sable (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Daihatsu Compagno | 2009 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Compagno | Sable |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 3494 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2870 mm |
