2008 Mercury Sable vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica 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 197 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1973 Toyota Publica. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Sable | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Sable | Publica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2270 mm |
