1982 Ford Fiesta vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Fiesta 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 221 more horse power than 1982 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1982 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mercury Sable (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Fiesta. 2008 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1982 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1982 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1982 Ford Fiesta | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Fiesta | Sable |
Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 78 L |