2004 Mercury Sable vs. 1965 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Nissan Cedric 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 95 more horse power than 1965 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 533 kg more than 1965 Nissan Cedric. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Sable | 1965 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Sable | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |
