1984 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 1999 Mercury Sable is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Sable (153 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Escort | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Escort | Sable |
Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 153 HP |
Torque | 128 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |