2004 Mercury Sable vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair 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 37 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 113 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair. (171 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Sable | 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sable | Debonair |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
