2001 Mercury Sable vs. 1970 TVR Vixen
To start off, 2001 Mercury Sable is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 TVR Vixen 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 70 more horse power than 1970 TVR Vixen. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1970 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 723 kg more than 1970 TVR Vixen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 TVR Vixen 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 1970 TVR Vixen. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mercury Sable | 1970 TVR Vixen | |
Make | Mercury | TVR |
Model | Sable | Vixen |
Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 77.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 787 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 58 L |