2004 Mercury Sable vs. 1953 Nissan Sports
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 838 kg more than 1953 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Sable | 1953 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Sable | Sports |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2160 mm |
