1984 Austin Montego vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Montego 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 145 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Austin Montego. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego. 2008 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1984 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1984 Austin Montego 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.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Montego | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | Montego | Sable |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2870 mm |