1999 Mercury Sable vs. 1984 Renault 18
To start off, 1999 Mercury Sable is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 18 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1984 Renault 18. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 540 kg more than 1984 Renault 18. 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 (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 18. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 18. 1999 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1984 Renault 18 has manual transmission. 1984 Renault 18 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Sable | 1984 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Sable | 18 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
