1979 Lincoln Continental vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (155 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1979 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 387 kg more than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Lincoln Continental (359 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 1979 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lincoln Continental | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercury |
| Model | Continental | Sable |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2760 mm |
