1974 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2009 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Sable (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 Mercury Sable.
Because 2009 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice (339 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Sable. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Caprice | 2009 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Caprice | Sable |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2870 mm |