2001 Mercury Sable vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2001 Mercury Sable is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 745 kg more than 1977 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Opel Kadett 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 1977 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett. 2001 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1977 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1977 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Sable | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Sable | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
