1985 Mercury Sable vs. 1985 Porsche 930
To start off, both 1985 Mercury Sable and 1985 Porsche 930 were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercury Sable weights approximately 100 kg more than 1985 Porsche 930.
Because 1985 Porsche 930 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 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercury Sable | 1985 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Sable | 930 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2512 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 297 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
