2009 Mercury Sable vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 11 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 191 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1982 Renault 11. 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 Renault 11. 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 11. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Sable | 1982 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Sable | 11 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2490 mm |
