2008 Mercury Sable vs. 1971 Volvo 164
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo 164 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 131 more horse power than 1971 Volvo 164. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 651 kg more than 1971 Volvo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Volvo 164 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 1971 Volvo 164. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mercury Sable (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo 164. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Sable | 1971 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Sable | 164 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2730 mm |
