1992 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2009 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Daihatsu Domino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Daihatsu Domino would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Sable (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Domino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Daihatsu Domino. 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, 2009 Mercury Sable (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Domino. 2009 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1992 Daihatsu Domino has manual transmission. 1992 Daihatsu Domino 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:
1992 Daihatsu Domino | 2009 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
Model | Domino | Sable |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 846 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |