1985 Lancia Prisma 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 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Prisma 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 89 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 483 kg more than 1985 Lancia Prisma. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (119 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Prisma | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Prisma | Sable |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
