1973 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2002 Mercury Sable is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Sable weights approximately 765 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Civic | 2002 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Civic | Sable |
Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |