2009 Mercury Sable vs. 1987 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel 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 188 more horse power than 1987 Opel Omega. (75 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 520 kg more than 1987 Opel Omega. 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 1987 Opel Omega. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Omega. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Omega. 2009 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1987 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1987 Opel Omega 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 | 1987 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Sable | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |
