2008 Mercury Sable vs. 1962 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1962 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercury Sable (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Sable | 1962 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Sable | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2540 mm |
