2002 Mercury Sable vs. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2002 Mercury Sable is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Willys-Overland Rural would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Sable weights approximately 35 kg more than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Willys-Overland Rural 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 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercury Sable | 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | Mercury | Willys-Overland |
Model | Sable | Rural |
Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |