1992 Fiat Tempra vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 558 kg more than 1992 Fiat Tempra. 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, 2004 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Tempra. 2004 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1992 Fiat Tempra has manual transmission. 1992 Fiat Tempra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Tempra | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Tempra | Sable |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |
