1983 Jaguar XJS 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 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Jaguar XJS (226 HP) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 147 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, 1983 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 1983 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Jaguar XJS | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
| Model | XJS | Sable |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
