1984 Holden Commodore 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 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1984 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 405 kg more than 1984 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Holden Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Commodore. 1999 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1984 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1984 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Commodore | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Commodore | Sable |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
