1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Daihatsu Opti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Daihatsu Opti 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 204 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. 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 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Opti | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Opti | Sable |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 78 L |
