2009 Mercury Sable vs. 1972 Renault 5
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 5 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 220 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 1191 kg more than 1972 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Sable | 1972 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Sable | 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1926 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |
