1994 Lamborghini Diablo 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 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (520 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Sable. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 479 kg more than 1994 Lamborghini Diablo.
Because 1994 Lamborghini Diablo 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 1994 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Sable. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Sable. 2009 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1994 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo 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 Lamborghini Diablo | 2009 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
Model | Diablo | Sable |
Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 520 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 581 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1447 kg | 1926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 78 L |