1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2009 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Taft 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 219 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 906 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Taft will offer significantly more control. 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Taft | 2009 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
Model | Taft | Sable |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2870 mm |