2004 Mercury Sable vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (155 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 29 kg more than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Plymouth Volare (333 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Sable | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Mercury | Plymouth |
| Model | Sable | Volare |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2870 mm |
