1977 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2003 Mercury Sable is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Sable weights approximately 622 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Accord | 2003 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Accord | Sable |
Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 85 L |