1974 Mazda RX-2 vs. 2003 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2003 Mercury Sable is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1974 Mazda RX-2. (119 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Sable weights approximately 605 kg more than 1974 Mazda RX-2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Mazda RX-2 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 1974 Mazda RX-2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mazda RX-2 | 2003 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | RX-2 | Sable |
Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |