2008 Mercury Sable vs. 1972 Saab 99
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Saab 99 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 152 more horse power than 1972 Saab 99. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1972 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 682 kg more than 1972 Saab 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Saab 99. (167 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Sable | 1972 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Mercury | Saab |
| Model | Sable | 99 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 62 L |
