2001 Mercury Sable vs. 1980 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2001 Mercury Sable is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 510 kg more than 2001 Mercury Sable.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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 (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Patrol. 2001 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1980 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1980 Nissan Patrol 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 | 1980 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Sable | Patrol |
Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 3244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2980 mm |