2002 Mercury Sable vs. 1982 Porsche 930
To start off, 2002 Mercury Sable is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Sable weights approximately 265 kg more than 1982 Porsche 930.
Because 1982 Porsche 930 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 1982 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1982 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Sable. 2002 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1982 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1982 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercury Sable | 1982 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Mercury | Porsche |
Model | Sable | 930 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |