1988 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Civic 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 146 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Civic. 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Civic | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Civic | Sable |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |