2009 Mercury Sable vs. 1965 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Sable (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1965 Morris Oxford. (61 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 796 kg more than 1965 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Morris Oxford 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 1965 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mercury Sable (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Sable | 1965 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Mercury | Morris |
Model | Sable | Oxford |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1926 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2560 mm |