2002 Mercury Sable vs. 1971 Renault 10
To start off, 2002 Mercury Sable is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 10 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 106 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Sable weights approximately 775 kg more than 1971 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Renault 10 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 1971 Renault 10. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercury Sable | 1971 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Sable | 10 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
