1968 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mercury Sable (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2008 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Escort | Sable |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 78 L |