2000 Mercury Sable vs. 1974 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2000 Mercury Sable is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Violet 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 88 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 625 kg more than 1974 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Nissan Violet 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 Nissan Violet. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercury Sable | 1974 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Sable | Violet |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
