1973 Mazda 110 S vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 1999 Mercury Sable is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 605 kg more than 1973 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, 1999 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 110 S | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 110 S | Sable |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2982 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
