2005 Mercury Sable vs. 1966 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (153 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (58 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 813 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Sable (252 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Sable | 1966 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Sable | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1076 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 58 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
