1970 Holden Monaro vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 4,139 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1970 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Monaro.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Holden Monaro. 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, 1970 Holden Monaro (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Sable. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Monaro | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Monaro | Sable |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |
