2004 Mercury Sable vs. 1984 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (155 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Firebird.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Sable (251 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Firebird. (223 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Sable | 1984 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
| Model | Sable | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 133 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
