1979 Audi 100 vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2000 Mercury Sable is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1979 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1979 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 400 kg more than 1979 Audi 100. 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, 2000 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Audi 100. 2000 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1979 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1979 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Audi 100 | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | 100 | Sable |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |