2000 Mercury Sable vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2000 Mercury Sable is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Galant 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) has 79 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 570 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. 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 (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercury Sable | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sable | Galant |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2984 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |
