2004 Mercury Sable vs. 1985 Saab 9000
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Saab 9000 (173 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 188 kg more than 1985 Saab 9000.
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, 1985 Saab 9000 (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1985 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable. 2004 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1985 Saab 9000 has manual transmission. 1985 Saab 9000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Sable | 1985 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Mercury | Saab |
| Model | Sable | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 54 L |
