1968 Dodge Dart vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 4,492 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Dart (190 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 133 kg more than 1968 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Dodge Dart (353 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Dart | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Dart | Sable |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4492 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
