1992 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 1999 Mercury Sable is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,894 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 Mercury Sable. 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, 1992 Cadillac DeVille (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac DeVille | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | DeVille | Sable |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4894 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2760 mm |
