1971 Mazda 110 S vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 628 kg more than 1971 Mazda 110 S. 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 @ 3950 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda 110 S | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 110 S | Sable |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2985 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2870 mm |
