2004 Mercury Sable vs. 1960 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (155 HP) has 111 more horse power than 1960 Skoda 1200. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 503 kg more than 1960 Skoda 1200. 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) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Sable | 1960 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Mercury | Skoda |
| Model | Sable | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
