1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (252 HP) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger 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 1973 Chrysler Charger.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Chrysler Charger (486 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Charger | Sable |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 486 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
