2004 Mercury Sable vs. 1977 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Pontiac Bonneville (168 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (155 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 592 kg more than 2004 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Pontiac Bonneville (373 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 1977 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Sable | 1977 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
| Model | Sable | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3140 mm |
