2004 Mercury Sable vs. 1967 Volvo 120
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo 120 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 88 more horse power than 1967 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 499 kg more than 1967 Volvo 120. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo 120. (144 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Sable | 1967 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Sable | 120 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
