1975 Mazda 929 vs. 2002 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2002 Mercury Sable is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 929 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 70 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Sable weights approximately 440 kg more than 1975 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 929 | 2002 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 929 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 85 L |
