2004 Mercury Sable vs. 1972 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercury Monterey (164 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (155 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 417 kg more than 2004 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 1972 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Sable | 1972 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Sable | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 164 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3160 mm |
