1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2009 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Sable. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 111 kg more than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2009 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Sable. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Sable. 2009 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2009 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercury |
| Model | V8 Volante | Sable |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 78 L |
