1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (153 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 623 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa. 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 (252 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | Visa | Sable |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 153 HP |
Torque | 114 Nm | 252 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 68 L |