1969 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Daihatsu Consorte 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 88 more horse power than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 828 kg more than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. (93 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Daihatsu Consorte | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Consorte | Sable |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 68 L |
