1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (200 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 53 kg more than 2004 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Dodge Challenger (422 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Challenger | Sable |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
