1999 Mercury Sable vs. 1989 Porsche 928
To start off, 1999 Mercury Sable is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 928 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1999 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Porsche 928 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 1989 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1989 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Sable | 1989 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Sable | 928 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 76 L |
