1979 Lada 1200 vs. 2009 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Sable (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1979 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1979 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 980 kg more than 1979 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lada 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Mercury Sable (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lada 1200. 2009 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1979 Lada 1200 has manual transmission. 1979 Lada 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lada 1200 | 2009 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Lada | Mercury |
Model | 1200 | Sable |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 78 L |