2004 Mercury Sable vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Manta would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (155 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 517 kg more than 1982 Opel Manta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Sable (251 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Sable | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Sable | Manta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
