1985 Alpine V6 vs. 2009 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alpine V6 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 105 more horse power than 1985 Alpine V6. (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1985 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 816 kg more than 1985 Alpine V6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Alpine V6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Alpine V6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alpine V6. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alpine V6. 2009 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1985 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1985 Alpine V6 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:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 2009 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercury |
| Model | V6 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1926 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2870 mm |
