2008 Mercury Sable vs. 1988 Volvo 760
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 760 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 95 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 760. (165 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 676 kg more than 1988 Volvo 760. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Volvo 760 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 1988 Volvo 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mercury Sable (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 760. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Sable | 1988 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Sable | 760 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2780 mm |
