2009 Mercury Sable vs. 1967 Morris Mini Moke
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris Mini Moke. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris Mini Moke 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 229 more horse power than 1967 Morris Mini Moke. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Mini Moke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 1271 kg more than 1967 Morris Mini Moke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Morris Mini Moke. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mercury Sable (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Mini Moke. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Mini Moke.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Sable | 1967 Morris Mini Moke | |
| Make | Mercury | Morris |
| Model | Sable | Mini Moke |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 29 L |
