1999 Mercury Sable vs. 1971 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1999 Mercury Sable is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Statesman (272 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 10 kg more than 1971 Holden Statesman.
Because 1971 Holden Statesman 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 1971 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1971 Holden Statesman (490 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Sable | 1971 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Mercury | Holden |
| Model | Sable | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2900 mm |
