2008 Mercury Sable vs. 1963 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1963 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 1373 kg more than 1963 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Mercury Sable (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Kadett. 2008 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1963 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1963 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Sable | 1963 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Sable | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2330 mm |
