1999 Mercury Sable vs. 1978 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1999 Mercury Sable is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Gamma. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 184 kg more than 1978 Lancia Gamma. 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, 1999 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Sable | 1978 Lancia Gamma | |
Make | Mercury | Lancia |
Model | Sable | Gamma |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 59 L |