1992 Holden Apollo vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Apollo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Apollo would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (153 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1992 Holden Apollo. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 308 kg more than 1992 Holden Apollo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Sable (252 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Apollo. (172 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Apollo | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Apollo | Sable |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
