1989 Audi 100 vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2000 Mercury Sable is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 315 kg more than 1989 Audi 100. 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, 2000 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100. 2000 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1989 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1989 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 100 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
