2008 Mercury Sable vs. 1994 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Corsa 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 151 more horse power than 1994 Opel Corsa. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Corsa.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Opel Corsa. 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Corsa. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Corsa. 2008 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1994 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1994 Opel Corsa 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 | 1994 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Sable | Corsa |
Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 44 L |