2004 Mercury Sable vs. 1973 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Commodore 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 41 more horse power than 1973 Opel Commodore. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 343 kg more than 1973 Opel Commodore. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Sable | 1973 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Sable | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
