2008 Mercury Sable vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 871 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercury Sable (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercury Sable | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Sable | Galant |
Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2610 mm |