1968 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (153 HP) has 96 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 723 kg more than 1968 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, 2005 Mercury Sable (252 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Familia | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | Familia | Sable |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
