2008 Mercury Sable vs. 1977 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Peugeot 504 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 188 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 504.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Peugeot 504. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Peugeot 504. (133 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Peugeot 504. 2008 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1977 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1977 Peugeot 504 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Sable | 1977 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Sable | 504 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |
