2009 Mercury Sable vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 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 160 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 770 kg more than 1984 Renault 25. 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 1984 Renault 25. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25. 2009 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1984 Renault 25 has manual transmission. 1984 Renault 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Sable | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Sable | 25 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 34 L |
