1984 Ford Escort 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 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort 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) has 74 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Escort | Sable |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 152 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
