2008 Mercury Sable vs. 1966 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris Traveller 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 213 more horse power than 1966 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Traveller.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Morris Traveller. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable 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, 2008 Mercury Sable (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Sable | 1966 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Mercury | Morris |
| Model | Sable | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 38 L |
