1980 Audi 80 vs. 2003 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2003 Mercury Sable is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Sable weights approximately 585 kg more than 1980 Audi 80. 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, 2003 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80. 2003 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1980 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 2003 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 80 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
