2000 Mercury Sable vs. 1969 Renault 12
To start off, 2000 Mercury Sable is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Renault 12 would be higher. At 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1969 Renault 12. (113 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1969 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 580 kg more than 1969 Renault 12. 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, 2000 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Renault 12. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercury Sable | 1969 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Sable | 12 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2984 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 89 L |
