2008 Mercury Sable vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 1052 kg more than 1970 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercury Sable (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Sable | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Mercury | Triumph |
| Model | Sable | Herald |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 29 L |
