1983 Lancia Beta vs. 2009 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Beta 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 147 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 881 kg more than 1983 Lancia Beta. 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 1983 Lancia Beta. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Beta | 2009 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Beta | Sable |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 78 L |
