2001 Mercury Sable vs. 1980 Renault 5
To start off, 2001 Mercury Sable is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 595 kg more than 1980 Renault 5.
Because 1980 Renault 5 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 1980 Renault 5. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mercury Sable | 1980 Renault 5 | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Sable | 5 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |