1983 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2009 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Sable (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1983 Chrysler New Yorker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1983 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 730 kg more than 1983 Chrysler New Yorker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Chrysler New Yorker. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercury Sable (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chrysler New Yorker. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chrysler New Yorker | 2009 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | New Yorker | Sable |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2870 mm |
