2004 Mercury Sable vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (200 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 324 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. 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 (271 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Sable | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Sable | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
