1985 Dodge Shadow vs. 1985 Mercury Sable
To start off, both 1985 Dodge Shadow and 1985 Mercury Sable were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,512 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercury Sable weights approximately 225 kg more than 1985 Dodge Shadow.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Shadow | 1985 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Shadow | Sable |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 2512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
