1999 Mercury Sable vs. 1975 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1999 Mercury Sable is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 Mercury Sable.
Because 1975 Chevrolet Nova 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 1975 Chevrolet Nova. 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, 1975 Chevrolet Nova (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Sable | 1975 Chevrolet Nova | |
Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
Model | Sable | Nova |
Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |