1988 Lancia Thema vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 1999 Mercury Sable is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Sable (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Thema. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 315 kg more than 1988 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Mercury Sable (271 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Thema. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Thema. 1999 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1988 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1988 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Thema | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Thema | Sable |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
