2005 Mercury Sable vs. 1976 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (154 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 455 kg more than 1976 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Celica. (152 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Celica. 2005 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1976 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1976 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Sable | 1976 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Sable | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1571 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 58 L |
