1993 Holden Barina vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2000 Mercury Sable is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Barina would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1993 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 785 kg more than 1993 Holden Barina. 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, 2000 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Barina. 2000 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1993 Holden Barina has manual transmission. 1993 Holden Barina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Holden Barina | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Barina | Sable |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
