1984 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Jeep Cherokee 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 37 more horse power than 1984 Jeep Cherokee. (115 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1984 Jeep Cherokee.
Because 1984 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Jeep Cherokee (278 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Sable. 1999 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1984 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 1984 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Jeep | Mercury |
Model | Cherokee | Sable |
Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |