2005 Mercury Sable vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (153 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 623 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Sable (252 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (72 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Sable | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Sable | 204 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 22.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |
