2001 Mercury Sable vs. 1971 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 2001 Mercury Sable is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Gloria 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 64 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 215 kg more than 1971 Nissan Gloria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mercury Sable (252 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Sable | 1971 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Sable | Gloria |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
