2009 Mercury Sable vs. 1970 Renault 10
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Renault 10 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Sable (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1970 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1970 Renault 10. 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 1970 Renault 10. 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Sable | 1970 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Sable | 10 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 38 L |
