1970 Honda Z vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda Z 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 118 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (37 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 988 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (45 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda Z | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Z | Sable |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
