1983 Mazda 323 vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 715 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 323 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
