1983 Dodge Mirada vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge Mirada would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (155 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 187 kg more than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 1983 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Mirada | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Mirada | Sable |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2760 mm |
