1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe 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 RX 4 Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe 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 39 more horse power than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Sable weights approximately 400 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe | 2002 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | RX 4 Coupe | Sable |
Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |