2001 Mercury Sable vs. 1975 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2001 Mercury Sable is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Comet. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 80 kg more than 1975 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Mercury Comet. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercury Comet. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Sable | 1975 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Sable | Comet |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
