1985 Lancia Y10 vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Y10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Y10 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 206 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Y10. (54 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Y10.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lancia Y10. 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Y10. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Y10. 2008 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1985 Lancia Y10 has manual transmission. 1985 Lancia Y10 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:
| 1985 Lancia Y10 | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Y10 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2870 mm |
