1981 Mazda 323 vs. 2009 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 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 210 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercury Sable (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mazda 323 | 2009 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | 323 | Sable |
Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1069 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2870 mm |