2002 Mercury Sable vs. 1970 Seat 1430
To start off, 2002 Mercury Sable is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1970 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Sable weights approximately 580 kg more than 1970 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Seat 1430 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 1970 Seat 1430. 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 (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercury Sable | 1970 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Mercury | Seat |
Model | Sable | 1430 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |