2009 Mercury Sable vs. 1988 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Kadett 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 182 more horse power than 1988 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Kadett.
Because 2009 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Opel Kadett. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Kadett. 2009 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1988 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1988 Opel Kadett 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 | 1988 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Sable | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
