1972 Mazda 818 vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 1011 kg more than 1972 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Mazda 818 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Mercury Sable (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda 818 | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | 818 | Sable |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2870 mm |