1976 Mazda 818 vs. 2009 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Sable (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 1044 kg more than 1976 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Mazda 818 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 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mercury Sable (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818. 2009 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1976 Mazda 818 has manual transmission. 1976 Mazda 818 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mazda 818 | 2009 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | 818 | Sable |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2870 mm |