2004 Mercury Sable vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (155 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 83 kg more than 1983 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Sable (251 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (224 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Sable | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
| Model | Sable | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 103.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 21.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 69 L |
