2000 Mercury Sable vs. 1973 Audi Fox
To start off, 2000 Mercury Sable is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Audi Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Audi Fox 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 77 more horse power than 1973 Audi Fox. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1973 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 653 kg more than 1973 Audi Fox. 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 (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi Fox. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi Fox. 2000 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1973 Audi Fox has manual transmission. 1973 Audi Fox will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercury Sable | 1973 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Mercury | Audi |
| Model | Sable | Fox |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
