1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2009 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro 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 130 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 585 kg more than 1971 Holden Monaro. 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 1971 Holden Monaro. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 2009 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Monaro | Sable |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3297 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |
