2004 Mercury Sable vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (200 HP) has 162 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 724 kg more than 1959 Triumph Herald. 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 (271 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Sable | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Mercury | Triumph |
| Model | Sable | Herald |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 29 L |
