1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 782 kg more than 1971 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercury Sable (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mazda Luce | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | Luce | Sable |
Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2870 mm |