2008 Mercury Sable vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Sable. (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Sable.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Sable. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercury Sable | 1985 Renault 5 | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Sable | 5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1526 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 51 L |