1984 Mazda 929 vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 859 kg more than 1984 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercury Sable (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 929 | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 929 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2870 mm |
