2000 Mercury Sable vs. 1974 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2000 Mercury Sable is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Comet 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 70 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 345 kg more than 1974 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Mercury Comet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Comet. 2000 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1974 Mercury Comet has manual transmission. 1974 Mercury Comet 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 | 1974 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Sable | Comet |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
