2005 Mercury Sable vs. 1983 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (153 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 253 kg more than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Sable (252 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Sable | 1983 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Sable | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2030 mm |
