2004 Mercury Sable vs. 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (124 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 378 kg more than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 2004 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (203 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Sable | 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
Model | Sable | Cutlass |
Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2985 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2640 mm |