2001 Mercury Sable vs. 1976 Peugeot Peugette
To start off, 2001 Mercury Sable is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot Peugette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot Peugette 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 88 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. (65 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot Peugette.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. (83 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. 2001 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1976 Peugeot Peugette has manual transmission. 1976 Peugeot Peugette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Sable | 1976 Peugeot Peugette | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Sable | Peugette |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2230 mm |
