1992 Holden Statesman 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 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1992 Holden Statesman. (242 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 396 kg more than 1992 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Holden Statesman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Holden Statesman (401 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Sable. (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Statesman | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Statesman | Sable |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |
