2008 Mercury Sable vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. (139 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 190 kg more than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. 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 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. 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, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Sable. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercury Sable | 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
Model | Sable | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2950 mm |