2009 Mercury Sable vs. 1982 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Sable (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 900 kg more than 1982 Isuzu Florian. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Isuzu Florian. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mercury Sable (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Florian. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Sable | 1982 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Mercury | Isuzu |
| Model | Sable | Florian |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |
