1981 Audi 100 vs. 2009 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Sable (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 722 kg more than 1981 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, 2009 Mercury Sable (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100. 2009 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1981 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1981 Audi 100 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:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 2009 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 100 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 78 L |
