1999 Mercury Sable vs. 1984 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1999 Mercury Sable is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 650 kg more than 1984 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Sable | 1984 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Sable | Sunny |
Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |