2001 Mercury Sable vs. 1969 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Mercury Sable is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (76 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 775 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Toyota Corolla 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 1969 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Mercury Sable (252 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mercury Sable | 1969 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Sable | Corolla |
Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |