2005 Mercury Sable vs. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 2,964 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (201 HP) has 148 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 564 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2005 Mercury Sable (281 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Sable | 1984 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sable | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2964 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
