1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (154 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 1081 kg more than 1977 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | Chante | Sable |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2986 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2900 mm |
