2008 Mercury Sable vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 19 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 197 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Renault 19. 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19. 2008 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1992 Renault 19 has manual transmission. 1992 Renault 19 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 | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Sable | 19 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |
