1994 Austin Montego vs. 2009 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Austin Montego would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Sable (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1994 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1994 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 776 kg more than 1994 Austin Montego. 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, 2009 Mercury Sable (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Austin Montego. 2009 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1994 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1994 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Austin Montego | 2009 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Austin | Mercury |
| Model | Montego | Sable |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1926 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 78 L |
