1999 Mercury Sable vs. 1977 Simca 1309
To start off, 1999 Mercury Sable is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Simca 1309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Simca 1309 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1977 Simca 1309. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1977 Simca 1309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 470 kg more than 1977 Simca 1309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1309. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Sable | 1977 Simca 1309 | |
| Make | Mercury | Simca |
| Model | Sable | 1309 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
