2009 Mercury Sable vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 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 125 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercury Sable (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Sable | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Sable | 240 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2650 mm |
