2009 Mercury Sable vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Oldsmobile Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Oldsmobile Omega would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Sable (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Omega. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 796 kg more than 1982 Oldsmobile Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Oldsmobile Omega. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Oldsmobile Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Sable | 1982 Oldsmobile Omega | |
| Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sable | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1926 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2670 mm |
