1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (256 HP) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 72 kg more than 2004 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ford Falcon (491 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Falcon | Sable |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
