1985 Innocenti 990 vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (154 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1985 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1985 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 857 kg more than 1985 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Innocenti 990. 2005 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1985 Innocenti 990 has manual transmission. 1985 Innocenti 990 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Innocenti 990 | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mercury |
| Model | 990 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2900 mm |
