1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (153 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (107 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 418 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Sable (252 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Prelude | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Prelude | Sable |
Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 153 HP |
Torque | 155 Nm | 252 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |