1976 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2000 Mercury Sable is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 660 kg more than 2000 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda 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 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Sable. 2000 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda has manual transmission. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercury |
Model | Lagonda | Sable |
Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2760 mm |