1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Shadow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Shadow would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Shadow (175 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 225 kg more than 1989 Dodge Shadow.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Dodge Shadow (278 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm). This means 1989 Dodge Shadow will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Shadow | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Shadow | Sable |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
