2000 Mercury Sable vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 2000 Mercury Sable is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 545 kg more than 1971 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercury Sable | 1971 Renault 15 | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Sable | 15 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |