2005 Mercury Sable vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Willys-Overland Rural would be higher. At 2,964 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (201 HP) has 112 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 26 kg more than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Because 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Mercury Sable (281 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Sable | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Mercury | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Sable | Rural |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2964 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
