2004 Mercury Sable vs. 1981 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault Rodeo 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 165 more horse power than 1981 Renault Rodeo. (35 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 784 kg more than 1981 Renault Rodeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Sable (271 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault Rodeo. (75 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Sable | 1981 Renault Rodeo | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Sable | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 35 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 34 L |
