1999 Mercury Sable vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1999 Mercury Sable is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Galant 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 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 425 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mercury Sable (271 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Sable | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sable | Galant |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
