2004 Mercury Sable vs. 1964 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mitsubishi 500 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 132 more horse power than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 979 kg more than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Sable | 1964 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sable | 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 23 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2070 mm |
